This resolution encourages the recognition of the collective history and achievements of people of African descent and reaffirms the importance of their equal participation in all aspects of political, economic, social, and cultural life. The resolution recognizes that many black Europeans have experienced injustices in the public and private sector and welcomes European efforts to promote racial equality and combat discrimination. The resolution urges the Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development to support efforts to promote equality.
Recognizing people of African descent and Black Europeans.
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E352)
Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, Energy and the Environment.
International Affairs
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Recognizing people of African descent and Black Europeans.
USA116th CongressHRES-256| House
| Updated: 4/2/2019
This resolution encourages the recognition of the collective history and achievements of people of African descent and reaffirms the importance of their equal participation in all aspects of political, economic, social, and cultural life. The resolution recognizes that many black Europeans have experienced injustices in the public and private sector and welcomes European efforts to promote racial equality and combat discrimination. The resolution urges the Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development to support efforts to promote equality.
AfricaCensus and government statisticsCongressional oversightCongressional tributesCrime victimsCultural exchanges and relationsDepartment of StateEuropeExecutive agency funding and structureFederal officialsGovernment trust fundsHate crimesHuman rightsInternational organizations and cooperationRacial and ethnic relationsRefugees, asylum, displaced personsRule of law and government transparencyWorld history