A joint resolution approving the location of a memorial to commemorate the more than 5,000 slaves and free Black persons who fought for independence in the American Revolution.

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SJRES 41

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Jul 31, 2014

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

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Conflicts and wars District of Columbia Monuments and memorials Public Lands and Natural Resources Racial and ethnic relations U.S. history

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Summary

Approves the location of a commemorative work to honor the more than 5,000 slaves and free black persons who fought in the American Revolution within Area I as described on the map entitled "Commemorative Areas Washington, DC and Environs," numbered 869/86501 B and dated June 24, 2003.

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Jul 31, 2014

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Jul 31, 2014

Introduced in Senate

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