Recognizing the enduring cultural and historical significance of emancipation in the Nation's capital on the anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln's signing of the District of Columbia Compensated Emancipation Act, which established the "first freed" on April 16, 1862, and celebrating passage of the District of Columbia statehood bill in the House of Representatives.
D.C. Emancipation Day and Statehood Resolution
This resolution is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It was recently sent to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform for review. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
This is a non-binding resolution that expresses an opinion rather than changing the law. It is unlikely to move forward because it focuses on a highly partisan issue.
Key Points
- This resolution honors the anniversary of April 16, 1862. On that day, Lincoln signed a law that ended slavery in Washington, D.C. and freed about 3,100 people.
- It highlights that people living in D.C. pay more in federal taxes per person than residents of any state. Despite this, they do not have a voting voice in Congress to decide how that money is spent.
- The resolution officially asks Congress to pass the Washington, D.C. Admission Act. This would make the District of Columbia a state and give its residents full voting rights.
- It reminds lawmakers that the House of Representatives has already voted in favor of D.C. statehood twice in the past. This measure is meant to show continued support for the movement.
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Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Submitted in House
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Recognizing the enduring cultural and historical significance of emancipation in the Nation's capital on the anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln's signing of the District of Columbia Compensated Emancipation Act, which established the "first freed" on April 16, 1862, and celebrating passage of the District of Columbia statehood bill in the House of Representatives.
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