Original Black History Month Resolution of 2026

This House resolution recognizes Black History Month 2026 and its theme, "A Century of Black History Commemorations." It states that the House recognizes the importance of commemorating Black History Month and encourages continued Black history celebrations. Its findings describe historical events and people, including Watch Night, Juneteenth, Carter G. Woodson's founding of Negro History Week in 1926, and others the resolution calls "unsung souls" and "righteous intercessors." The findings also criticize current federal actions such as removing a slavery exhibit, censoring museum content, banning books, and ending diversity programs. The resolution does not create new laws or spending.

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Sponsors

• Al Green Democrat sponsor
• 81 cosponsors