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DemocratBill · H.Res. 972· House(119-HRES-972)

Recognizing the significance of Atlanta, Georgia, as the cradle of the civil rights movement.

Rep. Scott
Age: 81 years
Georgia
Introduced
12/19/2025
Last activity
12/19/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsored by
David Scott
Cosponsors
Democrat - 4Republican - 0
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This resolution recognizes Atlanta, Georgia, as the cradle of the civil rights movement. It outlines numerous historical milestones, ranging from labor strikes and the founding of the NAACP to the leadership of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The text highlights the city's role in political advocacy, desegregation efforts, and the passage of major civil rights legislation. It also notes the election of significant African-American leaders in local and national government. Finally, the resolution celebrates Atlanta's growth into a global city and a center for excellence.

Yes· 3 of 7

  • Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+5

    The resolution mentions historical efforts to combat housing discrimination that benefit low-income individuals.

  • Would Black Americans be better off under this?+5

    The resolution celebrates the historical achievements and political leadership of African Americans in Atlanta.

  • Would people in cities be better off under this?+5

    The resolution recognizes Atlanta as a dynamic global city and a center of excellence.

The opposite

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