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Congress recognizes 40th anniversary of the deaths of civil rights organizers Goodman, Chaney, and Schwerner

Original title: Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the day civil rights organizers Andrew Goodman, James Chaney, and Michael Schwerner gave their lives in the struggle to guarantee the right to vote for every citizen of the United States and encouraging all Americans to observe the anniversary of the deaths of the 3 men by committing themselves to ensuring equal rights, equal opportunities, and equal justice for all people.

Last action · June 22, 2004: Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

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What This Bill Would Do

This resolution commemorates the 40th anniversary of the deaths of Andrew Goodman, James Chaney, and Michael Schwerner, who were killed while working to secure voting rights. It encourages Americans to observe the anniversary by committing to the principles of equal rights, equal opportunity, and equal justice.

Why it matters

The resolution serves as a formal federal acknowledgment of the historical struggle for voting rights and encourages public reflection on the ongoing pursuit of civil rights in the United States.

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Americans

The resolution encourages all citizens to observe the anniversary and commit to the principles of equal rights and justice.

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What is the purpose of this resolution?
It is a commemorative measure to honor the lives and work of civil rights organizers Andrew Goodman, James Chaney, and Michael Schwerner on the 40th anniversary of their deaths.
Does this resolution change any laws?
No, this is a concurrent resolution intended to express the sense of Congress and encourage public reflection, rather than to enact new binding law.

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Current status: passed chamber.

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Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.Jun 22, 2004

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Connected Entities

Michael Schwerner, James Chaney, Committee on the Judiciary and 1 more
PersonMichael Schwerner“Civil rights organizer whose death is commemorated by the resolution.”Map →
PersonJames Chaney“Civil rights organizer whose death is commemorated by the resolution.”Map →
OrganizationCommittee on the Judiciary“Senate committee to which the resolution was referred.”Map →
PersonAndrew Goodman“Civil rights organizer whose death is commemorated by the resolution.”Map →

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