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111th Congress > House > Vote 1018
Clerk session vote number: 32
Sponsor: MOORE, Gwendolynne S. (Gwen) (D-WI)
Description: Recognizing November 14, 2009, as the 49th anniversary of the first day of integrated schools in New Orleans, Louisiana
Bill summary: Recognizes the 49th anniversary of school integration in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Remembers Judge J. Skelly Wright for his lifelong commitment to promoting civil rights, fairness, and equality.
Commends Ruby Bridges for her courage in becoming the first African-American student to attend William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans, and for her lifetime commitment to promoting diversity and improving educational opportunities for all children.
Supports policies and efforts to promote equal
opportunities for all students.
Bill titles: Recognizing November 14, 2009, as the 49th anniversary of the first day of integrated schools in New Orleans, Louisiana.
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