Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on Nelson Mandela International Day.
This resolution (HRES 592) expresses the U.S. House of Representatives' support for Nelson Mandela International Day, designated by the United Nations on July 18. It honors Nelson Mandela's legacy as an anti-apartheid leader, global symbol of reconciliation, and advocate for peace, human rights, and democracy. The resolution urges all U.S. citizens to reflect on his values of tolerance and democracy but has no legal effect or direct impact on policies or individuals. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or obligations.
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Introduced Jul 17, 2025
Last action Jul 17, 2025
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Jul 17, 2025
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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1 primary · 19 co-sponsors
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Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr.
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André Carson
DDemocratic
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Bennie G. Thompson
DDemocratic
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Danny K. Davis
DDemocratic
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Dina Titus
DDemocratic
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Dwight Evans
DDemocratic
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Eleanor Holmes Norton
DDemocratic
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Frederica S. Wilson
DDemocratic
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Gwen Moore
DDemocratic
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Jonathan L. Jackson
DDemocratic
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Josh Gottheimer
DDemocratic
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