CONGRESS FOR VOTERS

Derek Tran (D-CA)

Commemorating the 50th anniversary of Southeast Asian refugee resettlement and the many contributions and sacrifices of Southeast Asian Americans to the United States.

H.Res. 948 · House resolution International Affairs

A Democratic resolution with 10 Democratic cosponsors · See all 10 cosponsors

Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

In committee

Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.

The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

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What this bill would do

This resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of the large-scale resettlement of Southeast Asian refugees in the United States. It recognizes the sacrifices made by these communities, including those who served as allies to United States forces. The text highlights the significant contributions Southeast Asian Americans have made to the nation's economic, political, and social culture. It also acknowledges the historical hardships, such as war, genocide, and displacement, that led to the refugee crisis. Finally, the resolution calls for the continued pursuit of policies that provide opportunities in health and education.

Yes· 3 of 9

  • Scored +4

    Would Asian Americans be better off under this?

    The resolution commemorates the contributions, sacrifices, and resettlement history of Southeast Asian Americans.

  • Scored +4

    Would immigrants be better off under this?

    The resolution affirms a commitment to embracing and assisting refugees and immigrants in the United States.

  • Scored +3

    Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?

    The resolution recognizes historical hardships like genocide and calls for policies to ensure opportunities for Southeast Asian American communities.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.