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Slavery Remembrance Day: House of Representatives Resolution

This U.S. House of Representatives resolution supports designating August 20th as Slavery Remembrance Day. It aims to serve as a reminder of the evils of slavery, commemorate the lives of enslaved people, and condemn slavery and its ongoing effects, encouraging everyone to remember this history.
Key points
The House of Representatives supports designating August 20th as Slavery Remembrance Day.
The resolution commemorates the lives of all enslaved people and condemns slavery.
The document encourages citizens to acknowledge the importance of remembering slavery and its legacy.
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Status: Adopted
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HRES_517
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9]
Process start date: 2021-07-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Original Slavery Remembrance Day Resolution of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_517.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The House of Representatives supports designating August 20th as Slavery Remembrance Day.
  • The resolution commemorates the lives of all enslaved people and condemns slavery.
  • The document encourages citizens to acknowledge the importance of remembering slavery and its legacy.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1256, H. Res. 517 is considered passed House. (consideration: CR H7182-7184; text: CR H7183-7184)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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