A resolution celebrating the 100th anniversary of the birth of James Cleveland "Jesse" Owens and honoring him for his accomplishments and steadfast commitment to promoting the civil rights of all people.

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SRES 226

Introduced

Sep 12, 2013

Latest Action

Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.

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Athletes Commemorative events and holidays Congressional tributes Higher education Olympic games Racial and ethnic relations School athletics Sports and Recreation

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Honors James Cleveland "Jesse" Owens, on the 100th anniversary of his birth, for his contributions to the Olympic Games, collegiate athletics, international race relations, and democracy.

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Dec 16, 2014

Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Dec 16, 2014

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Dec 16, 2014

Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S6929)
Dec 16, 2014

Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
Sep 12, 2013

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6450-6451)
Sep 12, 2013

Introduced in Senate

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