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Condemning 1906 Atlanta Massacre and Combating Hatred

The U.S. Senate condemns the brutal 1906 Atlanta atrocities where White supremacists terrorized and killed Black Americans. This resolution aims to honor the victims and reaffirm the government's commitment to combating racism, which is crucial for building a more just society and preserving historical memory.
Key points
The Senate condemns the 1906 acts of violence in Atlanta, recognizing them as crimes committed by White supremacists.
The resolution honors the victims and acknowledges the lasting impact of these events on the African American community.
It supports the designation of a national day of remembrance for victims of forced migrations of Black Americans throughout U.S. history.
It reaffirms the federal government's commitment to combating White supremacy and seeking reconciliation for racial injustice.
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Print number: 117_SRES_790
Sponsor: Sen. Ossoff, Jon [D-GA]
Process start date: 2022-09-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution condemning the atrocities that occurred in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1906, in which White supremacist mobs brutalized, terrorized, and killed dozens of Black Americans, and reaffirming the commitment of the Senate to combating hatred, injustice, and White supremacy.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SRES_790.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Senate condemns the 1906 acts of violence in Atlanta, recognizing them as crimes committed by White supremacists.
  • The resolution honors the victims and acknowledges the lasting impact of these events on the African American community.
  • It supports the designation of a national day of remembrance for victims of forced migrations of Black Americans throughout U.S. history.
  • It reaffirms the federal government's commitment to combating White supremacy and seeking reconciliation for racial injustice.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

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 Sen. Ossoff, Jon [D-GA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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