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Expressing support for the designation of September 2025 as "African Diaspora Heritage Month".

USA119th CongressHRES-720| House 
| Updated: 9/16/2025
Jennifer L. McClellan

Jennifer L. McClellan

Democratic Representative

Virginia

Cosponsors (17)
Jonathan L. Jackson (Democratic)Marc A. Veasey (Democratic)Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (Democratic)Robin L. Kelly (Democratic)Ilhan Omar (Democratic)James R. Walkinshaw (Democratic)Troy A. Carter (Democratic)Maria Elvira Salazar (Republican)Henry C. "Hank" Johnson (Democratic)Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (Democratic)André Carson (Democratic)Suhas Subramanyam (Democratic)LaMonica McIver (Democratic)Sydney Kamlager-Dove (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Wesley Bell (Democratic)Yvette D. Clarke (Democratic)

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

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  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution expresses strong support for designating September 2025 as "African Diaspora Heritage Month" . It encourages all people in the United States, along with civil and educational authorities, to observe this month through appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities. The resolution aims to recognize and celebrate the profound impact of the African diaspora on the nation. The resolution highlights the significant growth and immense diversity of the African diaspora community in the U.S., encompassing both involuntary and voluntary migrants. It acknowledges their substantial contributions, including billions in economic activity, high educational achievements, and their vital role in shaping U.S. policy and strengthening ties with African nations. Furthermore, it affirms that the contributions of this community are a significant part of the history, progress, and heritage of the United States, enriching and strengthening the nation through its ethnic and racial diversity.
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Timeline
Sep 16, 2025
Submitted in House
Sep 16, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • September 16, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • September 16, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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Expressing support for the designation of September 2025 as "African Diaspora Heritage Month".

USA119th CongressHRES-720| House 
| Updated: 9/16/2025
This resolution expresses strong support for designating September 2025 as "African Diaspora Heritage Month" . It encourages all people in the United States, along with civil and educational authorities, to observe this month through appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities. The resolution aims to recognize and celebrate the profound impact of the African diaspora on the nation. The resolution highlights the significant growth and immense diversity of the African diaspora community in the U.S., encompassing both involuntary and voluntary migrants. It acknowledges their substantial contributions, including billions in economic activity, high educational achievements, and their vital role in shaping U.S. policy and strengthening ties with African nations. Furthermore, it affirms that the contributions of this community are a significant part of the history, progress, and heritage of the United States, enriching and strengthening the nation through its ethnic and racial diversity.
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Timeline
Sep 16, 2025
Submitted in House
Sep 16, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • September 16, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • September 16, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Jennifer L. McClellan

Jennifer L. McClellan

Democratic Representative

Virginia

Cosponsors (17)
Jonathan L. Jackson (Democratic)Marc A. Veasey (Democratic)Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (Democratic)Robin L. Kelly (Democratic)Ilhan Omar (Democratic)James R. Walkinshaw (Democratic)Troy A. Carter (Democratic)Maria Elvira Salazar (Republican)Henry C. "Hank" Johnson (Democratic)Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (Democratic)André Carson (Democratic)Suhas Subramanyam (Democratic)LaMonica McIver (Democratic)Sydney Kamlager-Dove (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Wesley Bell (Democratic)Yvette D. Clarke (Democratic)

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

Government Operations and Politics

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