S.Res. 84 — A resolution observing February 23, 2007, as the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the slave trade in the British Empire, honoring the distinguished life and legacy of William Wilberforce, and encouraging the people of the United States to follow the example of William Wilberforce by selflessly pursuing respect for human rights around the world. | PoliFocus

S.Res. 84110th Congress

A resolution observing February 23, 2007, as the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the slave trade in the British Empire, honoring the distinguished life and legacy of William Wilberforce, and encouraging the people of the United States to follow the example of William Wilberforce by selflessly pursuing respect for human rights around the world.

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Observes February 23, 2007, as the 200th anniversary of the ban of the slave trade in the British Empire.

Recognizes the positive impact William Wilberforce had on renewing the culture of his day and ending the inhumane practice of human slavery.

Commends to the people of the United States the example of William Wilberforce and his commitment to the values of human dignity and freedom.

Encourages the people of the United States to observe the 200th anniversary of the ban of the slave trade in the British Empire, reflect on William Wilberforce's dedication to the fight against slavery and his commitment to society's neediest, and commit themselves to recognize the value of human life and dignity.

Condemns human trafficking and slavery.

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Related Legislation

H.Con.Res. 101Expressing the sense of Congress that the bicentennial of the 1807 Abolition of the Slave Trade Act, which banned the slave trade in the British Empire, allowed for the search and seizure of ships suspected of transporting enslaved people, and provided compensation for the freedom of slaves, should be commemorated.
2007-06-15Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E305)
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H.Res. 158Encouraging the people of the United States, particularly the youth of the United States, to observe the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the British slave trade and remember the life and legacy of William Wilberforce, a member of the British House of Commons who devoted his life to the suppression and abolition of the institution of slavery, and to work for the protection of human rights throughout the world.
2007-05-01The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
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Legislative Actions

2007-02-15
Introduced in Senate
2007-02-15
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2112)
2007-03-01
Committee on the Judiciary. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
2007-03-01
Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Leahy without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.
2007-03-01
Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Leahy without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.
2007-03-01
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 63.
2007-03-23
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S3723-3724; text as passed: CR S3723-3724)
2007-03-23
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3723-3724; text as passed: CR S3723-3724)

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