SRES 47 United States Senate · 119th Congress

A resolution designating January 30, 2025, as "Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution".

This resolution designates January 30, 2025, as "Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution" to honor civil rights activist Fred Korematsu. It commemorates his lifelong fight against racial discrimination, including his legal challenge to the WWII internment of Japanese Americans and his warnings against post-9/11 civil liberties violations. The resolution has no binding effect - it is a symbolic recognition encouraging reflection on protecting constitutional rights during national security crises. It does not create new policies or directly affect any individuals or groups. Several states already observe this day, and the Senate resolution aligns with their commemorative efforts.
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