US HR185 | 2009-2010 | 111th Congress
Status
Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Democrat 40-14)
Status: Introduced on February 24 2009 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2009-03-31 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Pending: House Subcommittee on Military Personnel Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Status: Introduced on February 24 2009 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2009-03-31 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Pending: House Subcommittee on Military Personnel Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Summary
Recognizes the significance of Black History Month for recognizing the contributions of African-Americans in our history. Honors the contributions of African-American service members, including the 87 who have been awarded the Medal of Honor for military valor.
Title
Supporting the goals and ideals of Black History Month and honoring the outstanding contributions of African-American Medal of Honor recipients.
Sponsors
History
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2009-03-31 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. | |
| 2009-02-24 | Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. |
Subjects
Civil rights and liberties, minority issues
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Military personnel and dependents
Racial and ethnic relations
U.S. history
Veterans' organizations and recognition
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Military personnel and dependents
Racial and ethnic relations
U.S. history
Veterans' organizations and recognition
US Congress State Sources
| Type | Source |
|---|---|
| Summary | https://www.congress.gov/bill/111th-congress/house-resolution/185/all-info |
| Text | https://www.congress.gov/111/bills/hres185/BILLS-111hres185ih.pdf |
