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108th Congress > House > Vote 715
Clerk session vote number: 41
Sponsor: HONDA, Mike (D-CA)
Description: Supporting the goals of the Japanese American, German American, and Italian American communities in recognizing a National Day of Remembrance to increase public awareness of the events surrounding the restriction, exclusion, and internment of individuals and families during World War II
Bill summary: (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.)
Recognizes the historical significance of February 19, 1942, the date Executive Order 9066 was signed by President Roosevelt, which restricted the freedom of Japanese Americans, German Americans, Italian Americans, and legal resident aliens through required identification cards, travel restrictions, seizure of personal property, and internment. Supports the goals of
the Japanese American, German American, and Italian American communities in recognizing those events on a National Day of Remembrance.
Bill titles: Supporting the goals of the Japanese American, German American, and Italian American communities in recognizing a National Day of Remembrance to increase public awareness of the events surrounding the restriction, exclusion, and internment of individuals and families during World War II.
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