Original Resolution Honoring Harriet Tubman
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
In CommitteeMr. Green of Texas submitted the following resolution; which was …
Summary
What This Bill Does
This is a simple House Resolution that formally honors Harriet Tubman, the renowned abolitionist and conductor of the Underground Railroad. The resolution recognizes her extraordinary courage, her unwavering opposition to slavery, and her lasting contributions to American history.
Who Benefits and How
This is a purely symbolic resolution with no direct economic or legal effects. It serves to:
- Honor the historical legacy of Harriet Tubman
- Promote public awareness of her contributions to American history and the abolitionist movement
- Express the sentiment of the House of Representatives regarding her significance
Who Bears the Burden and How
There are no burdens imposed by this resolution. As a non-binding commemorative resolution, it does not:
- Create any new spending or appropriations
- Impose any regulations or requirements
- Affect any individuals, businesses, or government agencies
Key Provisions
- Officially names the resolution the "Original Resolution Honoring Harriet Tubman"
- Formally acknowledges Harriet Tubman's extraordinary courage
- Recognizes her unyielding opposition to the institution of slavery
- Honors her lasting contributions to American history
Evidence Chain:
This summary is derived from the structured analysis below. See "Detailed Analysis" for per-title beneficiaries/burden bearers with clause-level evidence links.
Primary Purpose
A House Resolution honoring Harriet Tubman for her extraordinary courage, opposition to slavery, and lasting contributions to American history.
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Symbolic recognition of a historical figure who played a pivotal role in the abolitionist movement and Underground Railroad"
Likely Beneficiaries
- Historical legacy of Harriet Tubman
- Civil rights education and awareness
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "the_house"
- → House of Representatives
We use a combination of our own taxonomy and classification in addition to large language models to assess meaning and potential beneficiaries. High confidence means strong textual evidence. Always verify with the original bill text.
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