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A resolution celebrating the heritage of Romani Americans.

USA116th CongressSRES-141| Senate 
| Updated: 4/4/2019
Benjamin L. Cardin

Benjamin L. Cardin

Democratic Senator

Maryland

Cosponsors (1)
Roger F. Wicker (Republican)

Foreign Relations Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution expresses remembrance for the genocide of Roma by Nazi Germany and its Axis partners and commemorates the 75th anniversary of the destruction of the "Gypsy Family Camp" where Romani people were interned at Auschwitz. The resolution commends the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum for its role in promoting the remembrance of the Holocaust and education about the genocide of Roma. The resolution also expresses support for International Roma Day as an opportunity to honor the culture, history, and heritage of the Romani people in the United States.
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Timeline
Apr 4, 2019
Introduced in Senate
Apr 4, 2019
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2278)
Feb 4, 2020

Latest Companion Bill Action

HRES 116-292
Re-referred to the Subcommittee for Indigenous Peoples of the United States.
  • April 4, 2019
    Introduced in Senate


  • April 4, 2019
    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2278)


  • February 4, 2020

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HRES 116-292
    Re-referred to the Subcommittee for Indigenous Peoples of the United States.

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A resolution celebrating the heritage of Romani Americans.

USA116th CongressSRES-141| Senate 
| Updated: 4/4/2019
This resolution expresses remembrance for the genocide of Roma by Nazi Germany and its Axis partners and commemorates the 75th anniversary of the destruction of the "Gypsy Family Camp" where Romani people were interned at Auschwitz. The resolution commends the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum for its role in promoting the remembrance of the Holocaust and education about the genocide of Roma. The resolution also expresses support for International Roma Day as an opportunity to honor the culture, history, and heritage of the Romani people in the United States.
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Timeline
Apr 4, 2019
Introduced in Senate
Apr 4, 2019
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2278)
Feb 4, 2020

Latest Companion Bill Action

HRES 116-292
Re-referred to the Subcommittee for Indigenous Peoples of the United States.
  • April 4, 2019
    Introduced in Senate


  • April 4, 2019
    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2278)


  • February 4, 2020

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HRES 116-292
    Re-referred to the Subcommittee for Indigenous Peoples of the United States.
Benjamin L. Cardin

Benjamin L. Cardin

Democratic Senator

Maryland

Cosponsors (1)
Roger F. Wicker (Republican)

Foreign Relations Committee

International Affairs

Related Bills

  • HRES 116-292: Celebrating the heritage of Romani Americans.
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
AsiaCommemorative events and holidaysConflicts and warsCongressional tributesCultural exchanges and relationsDetention of personsEuropeGermanyHistorical and cultural resourcesIndiaMuseums, exhibitions, cultural centersRefugees, asylum, displaced personsWar crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity