HRES 1589
Advancing racial justice and the global rights of people of African descent in the next decade.
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Bill overview
This resolution expresses support for the second United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent (2025-2034) and urges the U.S. government to actively promote racial justice and the rights of people of African descent globally. It calls for increased international cooperation, support for UN initiatives like the EMLER mechanism, and the development of comprehensive strategies to combat racism and discrimination in various sectors, including justice, wealth, and education. The resolution also highlights the ongoing efforts of the U.S. in partnerships with other nations to address racial inequalities.
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Primary sponsor
Henry C. "Hank" Johnson
Cosponsors
Barbara Lee
Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large] Norton
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