H.R. 2989 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Commission Act
H.R. 2989 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Jun 21, 2017, sponsored by Eleanor Holmes Norton with 18 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jun 21, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 18
- Policy area
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Public law
- Public Law 115-77
What it does
Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Commission Act (Sec. 3) This bill establishes the Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Commission to: (1) plan, develop, and carry out programs and activities to honor Frederick Douglass for the bicentennial anniversary of his birth; and (2) recommend the federal government entities appropriate to carry out such programs and activities. (Sec.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC). Co-sponsors: 7 Democrats, 11 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 21, 2017
- Passed the HouseOct 11, 2017
- Passed the SenateOct 18, 2017
- Sent to the PresidentOct 24, 2017
- Became lawNov 2, 2017
Latest action: Signed by President. (Nov 2, 2017)
Other Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues bills in the 115th Congress
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- H.R. 1242: 400 Years of African-American History Commission Act
- S. 3191: Civil Rights Cold Case Records Collection Act of 2018
- H.J.Res. 48: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States providing that the rights extended…
- H.J.Res. 117: Condemning the violence and domestic terrorist attack that took place during events between August…
- H.R. 586: Sanctity of Human Life Act
- H.R. 620: ADA Education and Reform Act of 2017
- H.R. 681: Life at Conception Act
- S. 1006: Equality Act
- H.R. 1447: Fair and Equal Housing Act of 2017
Committees
- Oversight and Accountability Committee
More
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