legislation: 105-hres-495

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105-hres-495 105 hres 495 Relating to the recognition of the connection between the emancipation of African slaves in the Danish West Indies, now the United States Virgin Islands, to the American Declaration of Independence from the British Government. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1998-06-25 1998-06-25 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. House Del. Christian-Green, Donna M. [D-VI-At Large] VI D C000380 4 Urges: (1) the American people to recognize the historical significance of the emancipation of African slaves in what is now the United States Virgin Islands; and (2) Virgin Islanders and all Americans to maintain their unwavering commitment to preserve, protect, and defend human rights and freedom. 2025-04-07T15:23:55Z  

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