A resolution supporting the goals of the Japanese American, German American, and Italian American communities in recognizing a National Day of Remembrance to increase public awareness of the events surrounding the restriction, exclusion, and internment of individuals and families during World War II.

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Bill Number

SRES 118

Introduced

Apr 10, 2003

Latest Action

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5248)

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Topics

Aliens Commemorations Concentration camps Crime and Law Enforcement Detention of persons European American ethnic groups Executive orders Government Operations and Politics History Identification devices Immigration Japanese Americans Right of property Right to travel Roosevelt Administration Searches and seizures Special days World War II

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Summary

Recognizes the historical significance of February 19, 1942, the date President Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066, which restricted the freedom of Japanese, German, and Italian Americans and legal resident aliens through required identification cards, travel restrictions, seizure of personal property, and internment. Expresses support for recognizing a National Day of Remembrance to increase public awareness of those imposed restrictions.

Actions

Apr 10, 2003

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5248)
Apr 10, 2003

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S5248)
Apr 10, 2003

Introduced in Senate

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