H.Res. 721 (112th): Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that bolstering literacy among African-American and Hispanic men is an urgent national priority.

Introduced:
Jun 29, 2012 (112th Congress, 2011–2013)
Sponsor:
Rep. Hansen Clarke [D-MI13]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)

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Status

This resolution was introduced on June 29, 2012, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

Progress
Introduced Jun 29, 2012
Referred to Committee Jun 29, 2012
Cosponsors
1 cosponsors (1R) (show)
Committees

House Education and the Workforce

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Last updated Jun 29, 2012.
3 pages

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6/29/2012--Introduced.
Recognizes illiteracy as a national crisis, which disproportionately affects African-American and Hispanic males. Affirms the goal of reducing adult illiteracy by 50% in these target populations and by 25% throughout the country in the coming decade. Encourages public and private entities to adopt and support literacy initiatives. Encourages the creation of local partnerships among service providers to better meet the needs of adult learners.

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