Honoring the 210th anniversary of Haiti's independence.

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Bill Number

HRES 474

Introduced

Feb 5, 2014

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.

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Topics

Caribbean area Commemorative events and holidays Economic development Haiti Human rights International Affairs Latin America Political movements and philosophies Racial and ethnic relations Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

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Summary

Congratulates the people of Haiti upon the 210th anniversary of Haiti's independence.

Reaffirms the friendship between Haiti and the United States and recognizes that both countries share a common history and a commitment to democracy, human rights, and racial equality.

Encourages Haiti and the United States to pursue strong bilateral relations and mutually beneficial growth and development.

Actions

Feb 27, 2014

Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.
Feb 5, 2014

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Feb 5, 2014

Introduced in House

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