CONGRESS FOR VOTERS

Cory Booker (D-NJ)

A resolution celebrating Black History Month.

S.Res. 99 · Senate resolution Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

A Democratic resolution with 10 Republican cosponsors · See all 42 cosponsors

Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1391; text: CR S1401)

Adopted

The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.

Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. Officially Recorded
  3. Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent

A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.

The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.

What this bill would do

This Senate resolution celebrates Black History Month. It recognizes the history of African Americans, including the suffering caused by enslavement, segregation, and the denial of rights. The text highlights numerous individuals who worked against racism and contributed to the advancement of the United States. It also notes the origins of Black History Month through the work of Dr. Carter G. Woodson. Finally, the resolution encourages reflection on the complex history of the nation while moving forward as a united country.

Yes

  • Scored +5

    Would Black Americans be better off under this?

    The resolution honors the heritage and contributions of African Americans.

  • Scored +5

    Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?

    The resolution acknowledges historical injustices and celebrates the contributions of African Americans to promote social recognition.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.