Recognizing the historical significance of the Merced Assembly Center to the Nation and the importance of establishing an appropriate memorial at that site to serve as a place for remembering the hardships endured by Japanese Americans, so that the United States remains vigilant in protecting our Nation's core values of equality, due process of law, justice, and fundamental fairness.

Action history

1. 2009-02-11Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2. 2009-02-11On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
3. 2009-02-11DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 129.
4. 2009-02-11Considered under suspension of the rules.
5. 2009-02-11Mr. Cohen moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
6. 2009-02-04Introduced in House
7. 2009-02-04Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.