119th Congress · House bill · Last action Sep 2, 2026
H.Res. 179IntroducedInternational Affairs
Expressing support for the strengthening of United States-Africa partnerships in critical minerals development.
Sponsor: Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick, Sheila (D-FL)1 cosponsorIntroduced Mar 3, 2025
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Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick, Sheila [D-FL-20]
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Sep 2
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ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Mr. Jackson (IL) asked unanimous consent that he may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H. Res. 179, a resolution originally introduced by Representative Cherfilus-McCormick for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.
Mar 3
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Mar 3
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Submitted in House
Mar 3
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Submitted in House
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2026
Sep 2
HOUSEASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Mr. Jackson (IL) asked unanimous consent that he may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H. Res. 179, a resolution originally introduced by Representative Cherfilus-McCormick for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.
2025
Mar 3
HOUSEReferred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Mar 3
Submitted in House
Mar 3
Submitted in House
All 1 cosponsor
1 Democrat · 0 Republicans
Democrats (1)
Jackson, Jonathan L.IL-01
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