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Expressing support for the designation of August 17, 2025, as "Marcus Garvey Recognition Day".

USA119th CongressHRES-655| House 
| Updated: 8/15/2025
Yvette D. Clarke

Yvette D. Clarke

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (6)
Robin L. Kelly (Democratic)Joyce Beatty (Democratic)Frederica S. Wilson (Democratic)Henry C. "Hank" Johnson (Democratic)André Carson (Democratic)Lateefah Simon (Democratic)

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' support for designating August 17, 2025, as "Marcus Garvey Recognition Day" . It specifically calls for the President to issue a proclamation encouraging the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. The resolution highlights Marcus Garvey's historical significance as the leader of a major African-American movement and his enduring legacy in North American and Caribbean communities. It recognizes his efforts to promote economic independence for the Black community through initiatives like the Black Star Line and his philosophy of free enterprise and self-help. The timing is also noted due to his recent posthumous presidential pardon in 2025, making it fitting to acknowledge his contributions to Black history.
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Aug 15, 2025
Submitted in House
Aug 15, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • August 15, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • August 15, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Expressing support for the designation of August 17, 2025, as "Marcus Garvey Recognition Day".

USA119th CongressHRES-655| House 
| Updated: 8/15/2025
This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' support for designating August 17, 2025, as "Marcus Garvey Recognition Day" . It specifically calls for the President to issue a proclamation encouraging the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. The resolution highlights Marcus Garvey's historical significance as the leader of a major African-American movement and his enduring legacy in North American and Caribbean communities. It recognizes his efforts to promote economic independence for the Black community through initiatives like the Black Star Line and his philosophy of free enterprise and self-help. The timing is also noted due to his recent posthumous presidential pardon in 2025, making it fitting to acknowledge his contributions to Black history.
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Timeline
Aug 15, 2025
Submitted in House
Aug 15, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • August 15, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • August 15, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Yvette D. Clarke

Yvette D. Clarke

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (6)
Robin L. Kelly (Democratic)Joyce Beatty (Democratic)Frederica S. Wilson (Democratic)Henry C. "Hank" Johnson (Democratic)André Carson (Democratic)Lateefah Simon (Democratic)

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted