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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be established a "National African Immigrant Heritage Month" in September to celebrate the great contributions of Americans of African immigrant heritage in the United States who have enriched the history of the Nation.

USA119th CongressHRES-688| House 
| Updated: 9/9/2025
Ritchie Torres

Ritchie Torres

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (1)
Yvette D. Clarke (Democratic)

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The House of Representatives expresses its sense that a National African Immigrant Heritage Month should be established in September to celebrate the significant contributions of Americans of African immigrant heritage. This community is inherently diverse, hailing from every African country and representing a wide array of national, linguistic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. Their history is inextricably tied to the story of the Nation. African immigrants have made substantial contributions across many areas of American life, including the military, healthcare, arts, education, and public policy. Raising awareness about their heritage is crucial for fighting disparities within the greater Black population and for building a stronger America. Observing this month would provide an opportunity to recognize their achievements, contributions, and the challenges they have faced, thereby enhancing the rich diversity and strengthening the United States.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-699
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be established a "National African Immigrant Heritage Month" in September to celebrate the great contributions of Americans of African immigrant heritage in the United States who have enriched the history of the Nation.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-344
Expressing the sense that there should be established a "National Garifuna Immigrant Heritage Month" in April to celebrate the great contributions of Americans of Garifuna immigrant heritage in the United States who have enriched the history of the Nation.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-1042
Expressing the sense that there should be established a "National Garifuna Immigrant Heritage Month" in April to celebrate the great contributions of Americans of Garifuna immigrant heritage in the United States who have enriched the history of the Nation.
Sep 9, 2025
Submitted in House
Sep 9, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-699
    Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be established a "National African Immigrant Heritage Month" in September to celebrate the great contributions of Americans of African immigrant heritage in the United States who have enriched the history of the Nation.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-344
    Expressing the sense that there should be established a "National Garifuna Immigrant Heritage Month" in April to celebrate the great contributions of Americans of Garifuna immigrant heritage in the United States who have enriched the history of the Nation.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-1042
    Expressing the sense that there should be established a "National Garifuna Immigrant Heritage Month" in April to celebrate the great contributions of Americans of Garifuna immigrant heritage in the United States who have enriched the history of the Nation.


  • September 9, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • September 9, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Immigration

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be established a "National African Immigrant Heritage Month" in September to celebrate the great contributions of Americans of African immigrant heritage in the United States who have enriched the history of the Nation.

USA119th CongressHRES-688| House 
| Updated: 9/9/2025
The House of Representatives expresses its sense that a National African Immigrant Heritage Month should be established in September to celebrate the significant contributions of Americans of African immigrant heritage. This community is inherently diverse, hailing from every African country and representing a wide array of national, linguistic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. Their history is inextricably tied to the story of the Nation. African immigrants have made substantial contributions across many areas of American life, including the military, healthcare, arts, education, and public policy. Raising awareness about their heritage is crucial for fighting disparities within the greater Black population and for building a stronger America. Observing this month would provide an opportunity to recognize their achievements, contributions, and the challenges they have faced, thereby enhancing the rich diversity and strengthening the United States.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-699
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be established a "National African Immigrant Heritage Month" in September to celebrate the great contributions of Americans of African immigrant heritage in the United States who have enriched the history of the Nation.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-344
Expressing the sense that there should be established a "National Garifuna Immigrant Heritage Month" in April to celebrate the great contributions of Americans of Garifuna immigrant heritage in the United States who have enriched the history of the Nation.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-1042
Expressing the sense that there should be established a "National Garifuna Immigrant Heritage Month" in April to celebrate the great contributions of Americans of Garifuna immigrant heritage in the United States who have enriched the history of the Nation.
Sep 9, 2025
Submitted in House
Sep 9, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-699
    Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be established a "National African Immigrant Heritage Month" in September to celebrate the great contributions of Americans of African immigrant heritage in the United States who have enriched the history of the Nation.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-344
    Expressing the sense that there should be established a "National Garifuna Immigrant Heritage Month" in April to celebrate the great contributions of Americans of Garifuna immigrant heritage in the United States who have enriched the history of the Nation.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-1042
    Expressing the sense that there should be established a "National Garifuna Immigrant Heritage Month" in April to celebrate the great contributions of Americans of Garifuna immigrant heritage in the United States who have enriched the history of the Nation.


  • September 9, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • September 9, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Ritchie Torres

Ritchie Torres

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (1)
Yvette D. Clarke (Democratic)

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

Immigration

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