National Council on African American History and Culture Act of 2026

This bill would create a National Council on African American History and Culture within the National Endowment for the Humanities. The council would have 12 members appointed by the President with Senate approval, split evenly between people affiliated with the Democratic and Republican parties, who are private citizens and not federal employees. Members would serve 5-year terms, be paid for days they work, and meet at least twice a year. The council would report yearly on the Endowment's work to preserve and celebrate African American history and culture, review its programs, and recommend national policies. The council would end 10 years after the law is passed.

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Sponsors

• Angela D. Alsobrooks Democrat sponsor
• 5 cosponsors