Bill > HRes77

This resolution supports designating January 30, 2025, as "Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution" to honor Fred Korematsu, a Japanese American civil rights activist who challenged the constitutionality of Executive Order 9066 during World War II. The resolution recounts Korematsu's personal history, including his attempts to enlist in the military, his arrest and conviction for resisting forced internment of Japanese Americans, and his subsequent legal battles. It highlights the historical injustice of the internment of 120,000 people of Japanese descent during World War II, noting that this was later recognized as motivated by racial prejudice. The resolution emphasizes Korematsu's ongoing fight for civil liberties, including his warning about potential civil rights violations in the wake of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. By supporting this designation, the House of Representatives aims to recognize Korematsu's bravery, encourage reflection on civil liberties, and promote understanding of how constitutional rights can be threatened during times of national emergency. The resolution notes that several states have already established January 30 as Fred Korematsu Day, and it seeks to encourage nationwide recognition of his important legacy.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/77/all-info