Recognizing people of African Descent and Black Europeans.
Bill journey · stage 2 of 5
Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Nov 19, 2013)
Encourages the United States and the international community to recognize the contributions of Black Europeans.
Calls upon European parliamentarians to promote racial equality and combat racial discrimination through efforts such as introducing legislation, speaking out in their parliaments against racism, and working with Black European and other minority communities to develop relevant policies.
Urges the Secretary of State to: (1) increase support for the Experts Working Group on People of African Descent, and (C) appoint a Senior Advisor on Afro-descent peoples at the Department of State.
Supports the adoption of a "Joint Action Plan on Racial and Ethnic Equality and Inclusion" between the European Union (EU) and the United States and implementation of the Resolution on Strengthening Efforts to Combat Racism and Xenophobia and Foster Inclusion.
What just happenedDec 6, 2013
Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseNov 19, 2013
- Dec 6, 2013Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations.
- Nov 19, 2013IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Nov 19, 2013IntroReferralB00100
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1703-1704)
- Nov 19, 2013IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Nov 19, 2013IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House