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Recognizing the courageous actions of Reverend Nat Turner in his fight to abolish slavery and make the majestic words of the Jeffersonian Declaration of Independence, "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness", apply to the enslaved, and for other purposes.

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

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Introduced on August 5, 2025 by Al Green

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This measure recognizes the courageous actions of Reverend Nat Turner in the fight to end slavery and affirms that the promise of equality in the Declaration of Independence should apply to enslaved people. It is a statement of recognition and values; the provided text does not show any new programs, penalties, or funding.

Focus: Honor and recognition of Reverend Nat Turner’s role in opposing slavery and calling for equal rights for the enslaved.

Key point	What it means
Who is affected	Mainly the public record and historical recognition; no direct services or requirements for individuals are shown in the text.
What changes	No specific changes to law or policy are described; it expresses recognition and values.
Why it matters	It highlights the nation’s commitment to remembering the fight against slavery and the principle that all people are created equal.

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