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H.R. 358 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006

Little Rock Central High School Desegregation 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act

H.R. 358 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Jan 25, 2005, sponsored by Vic Snyder with 321 co-sponsors.

During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Jan 25, 2005
Co-sponsors
321
Policy area
Commemorations
Public law
Public Law 109-146

What it does

Little Rock Central High School Desegregation 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act - Requires the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue coins commemorating the 50th anniversary of the desegregation of Little Rock Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas. Requires the design of such coins to be emblematic of the desegregation of Little Rock Central High School and its contribution to civil rights in America.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Vic Snyder (D-AR). Co-sponsors: 204 Democrats, 116 Republicans, 1 Independent.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJan 25, 2005
  • Passed the HouseJun 27, 2005
  • Passed the SenateNov 18, 2005
  • Sent to the PresidentDec 19, 2005
  • Became lawDec 22, 2005

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-146. (Dec 22, 2005)

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