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H.Res. 1713

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Recognizing the 50th anniversary of Ruby Bridges desegregating a previously all-White public elementary school.
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Passed
Latest Action · November 15, 2010
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Congress
111th (2009–2011)
Introduced
November 15, 2010
Cosponsors (3)
2D 1R
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(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Recognizes the 50th anniversary of Ruby Bridges desegregating William Frantz Elementary School, a previously all-White public elementary school in New Orleans, Louisiana. Encourages people to recognize the historical importance of elementary school desegregation and Ruby Bridges. Expresses the House of Representatives' commitment to continuing the legacy of Brown v. Board of Education by protecting and advancing equal educational opportunity for all.

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