Expressing support for the designation of September 23, 2026, as "Mary Church Terrell Day", and calling on Congress to recognize Mary Church Terrell's lasting contributions to the civil rights and women's rights movements.

This resolution states that the House of Representatives supports designating a "Mary Church Terrell Day." It also calls on Congress to recognize Mary Church Terrell's contributions to the civil rights and women's rights movements. The resolution lists events from her life, including her work as a teacher and school board member in the District of Columbia, her campaign to desegregate restaurants there, and her role in founding the NAACP. It names September 23, her birthday, as the day for the observance. The resolution does not create a legal holiday or spend money.

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• Eleanor Holmes Norton Democrat sponsor
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