Recognizing the week of December 25, 2023, as the "Week of the Fight Against Black Slavery in the Americas".

United States118th CongressHRES-940House of Representatives
Updated: Dec 19, 2023

Summary

This resolution recognizes the historical significance of the Week of the Anniversary of the December 26, 1521, Santo Domingo Slave Revolt to the eventual abolition of slavery. The resolution also supports the recognition of the Anniversary of the 1521 Santo Domingo Slave Revolt as an everlasting symbol of heroic sacrifice and gallantry by the slaves being held against their will in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Finally, the resolution encourages the people of the United States to recognize the significance of this event, and commemorate this event by reflecting on, learning about, and sharing the story of this event.

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  1. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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