Expressing the sense of the Congress that, as Congress observes the 40th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and encourages all Americans to do the same, it will advance the legacy of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 by ensuring the continued effectiveness of the Act to protect the voting rights of all Americans.

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• S.Res. 232A resolution celebrating the 40th anniversary of the enactment of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and reaffirming the commitment of the Senate to ensuring the continued effectiveness of the Act in protecting the voting rights of all citizens of the United States.

  2005-07-29Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S9541)

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1. 2005-07-22

   Introduced in House

2. 2005-07-22

   Introduced in House

3. 2005-07-22

   Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

4. 2005-07-27

   Reported by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 109-195.

5. 2005-07-27

   Reported by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 109-195.

6. 2005-07-27

   Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 72.

7. 2005-07-27

   Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

8. 2005-07-27

   Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.