US HR134 | 2017-2018 | 115th Congress
Status
Spectrum: Strong Partisan Bill (Democrat 12-1)
Status: Introduced on February 16 2017 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2017-02-24 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Pending: House Subcommittee on Military Personnel Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Status: Introduced on February 16 2017 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2017-02-24 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Pending: House Subcommittee on Military Personnel Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Summary
Supporting the goals and ideals of Black History Month and honoring the outstanding contributions of African-American Medal of Honor recipients. Recognizes Black History Month as an important time to acknowledge and reflect on the significant contributions of African-Americans in U.S. history. Honors the contributions of African-American members of the Armed Forces, including the 88 who have been awarded the Medal of Honor for military bravery, heroism, and valor.
Title
Supporting the goals and ideals of Black History Month and honoring the outstanding contributions of African-American Medal of Honor recipients.
Sponsors
| Rep. Joyce Beatty [D-OH] | Rep. Marcy Kaptur [D-OH] | Rep. Marcia Fudge [D-OH] | Rep. John Conyers [D-MI] |
| Rep. Eddie Johnson [D-TX] | Rep. Steve Cohen [D-TN] | Rep. Bobby Rush [D-IL] | Rep. John Yarmuth [D-KY] |
| Rep. G. Butterfield [D-NC] | Rep. Steve Stivers [R-OH] | Rep. Alma Adams [D-NC] | Rep. Donald Payne [D-NJ] |
| Rep. Nanette Barragan [D-CA] |
History
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2017-02-24 | House | Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. |
| 2017-02-16 | House | Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. |
| 2017-02-16 | House | Introduced in House |
Subjects
Civil rights and liberties, minority issues
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Military history
Military personnel and dependents
Racial and ethnic relations
U.S. history
Veterans' organizations and recognition
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Military history
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/115th-congress/house-resolution/134/all-info |
| Text | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/hres134/BILLS-115hres134ih.pdf |
