H.Con.Res. 227 (107th): Condemning bigotry and violence against Arab-Americans, American Muslims, and Americans from South Asia in the wake of terrorist attacks in New York City, New York, and Washington, D.C., on September 11, 2001.

Introduced:
Sep 14, 2001 (107th Congress, 2001–2002)
Sponsor:
Rep. David Bonior [D-MI10]
Status:
Agreed To (Concurrent Resolution)

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Status

This concurrent resolution was agreed to by both chambers of Congress on September 26, 2001. That is the end of the legislative process for concurrent resolutions. They do not have the force of law.

Progress
Introduced Sep 14, 2001
Passed House Sep 15, 2001
Passed Senate Sep 26, 2001
Cosponsors
116 cosponsors (96D, 20R) (show)
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Last updated Sep 26, 2001.
2 pages

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9/15/2001--Passed House without amendment. Declares that in the quest to identify, bring to justice, and punish the perpetrators and sponsors of the terrorist attacks on the United States on September 11, 2001, the civil rights and civil liberties of all Americans, including Arab-Americans, American Muslims, and Americans from South Asia, should be protected. Condemns any acts of violence or discrimination against any Americans.

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