H.Res. 295 · 118th Congress · House

Recognizing the enduring cultural and historical significance of emancipation in the Nation's capital on the anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln's signing of the District of Columbia Compensated Emancipation Act, which established the "first freed" on April 16, 1862, and celebrating passage of the District of Columbia statehood bill in the House of Representatives.

Active· Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.
Introduced
Apr 13, 23
Passed House
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Passed Senate
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Sent to President
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Signed into Law
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Executive Summary

This resolution recognizes District of Columbia Emancipation Day, marking the anniversary of the end of slavery in the District of Columbia and symbolizing the aspirations of its residents for the same rights and freedoms afforded all state residents.

The resolution also calls on Congress to pass the Washington, D.C. Admission Act.

Action Timeline

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  1. APR 13, 2023•IntroReferral

    Introduced in House

  2. APR 13, 2023•IntroReferral

    Introduced in House

  3. APR 13, 2023•IntroReferral

    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

Committees

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Oversight and Government Reform Committee

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Referred: Apr 13, 2023

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