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African Diaspora Heritage Month Act of 2025

USA119th CongressS-340| Senate 
| Updated: 1/30/2025
Tim Kaine

Tim Kaine

Democratic Senator

Virginia

Cosponsors (2)
John Cornyn (Republican)Cory A. Booker (Democratic)

Judiciary Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation mandates the President to annually designate a specific month as African Diaspora Heritage Month . Each year, the President would be required to issue a proclamation encouraging State and local governments, as well as the general public, to observe this month through appropriate programs and activities. This designation aims to formally recognize and celebrate the rich heritage and diverse contributions of the African diaspora within the United States. The bill's findings emphasize the substantial growth and economic contributions of the African diaspora population, noting its significant spending power and tax contributions. It also highlights the community's diversity, high educational achievements, and invaluable role in shaping government policy and strengthening ties between the United States and African nations. This initiative seeks to honor this abundant and growing community and its deep commitment to family, community, and perseverance.
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Bill from Previous Congress

S 117-5006
African Diaspora Heritage Month Act of 2022

Bill from Previous Congress

S 118-3656
African Diaspora Heritage Month Act of 2024

Bill from Previous Congress

S 118-2789
African Diaspora Heritage Month Act of 2023
Jan 30, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Jan 30, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 117-5006
    African Diaspora Heritage Month Act of 2022


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 118-3656
    African Diaspora Heritage Month Act of 2024


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 118-2789
    African Diaspora Heritage Month Act of 2023


  • January 30, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • January 30, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

Immigration

African Diaspora Heritage Month Act of 2025

USA119th CongressS-340| Senate 
| Updated: 1/30/2025
This legislation mandates the President to annually designate a specific month as African Diaspora Heritage Month . Each year, the President would be required to issue a proclamation encouraging State and local governments, as well as the general public, to observe this month through appropriate programs and activities. This designation aims to formally recognize and celebrate the rich heritage and diverse contributions of the African diaspora within the United States. The bill's findings emphasize the substantial growth and economic contributions of the African diaspora population, noting its significant spending power and tax contributions. It also highlights the community's diversity, high educational achievements, and invaluable role in shaping government policy and strengthening ties between the United States and African nations. This initiative seeks to honor this abundant and growing community and its deep commitment to family, community, and perseverance.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

S 117-5006
African Diaspora Heritage Month Act of 2022

Bill from Previous Congress

S 118-3656
African Diaspora Heritage Month Act of 2024

Bill from Previous Congress

S 118-2789
African Diaspora Heritage Month Act of 2023
Jan 30, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Jan 30, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 117-5006
    African Diaspora Heritage Month Act of 2022


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 118-3656
    African Diaspora Heritage Month Act of 2024


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 118-2789
    African Diaspora Heritage Month Act of 2023


  • January 30, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • January 30, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Tim Kaine

Tim Kaine

Democratic Senator

Virginia

Cosponsors (2)
John Cornyn (Republican)Cory A. Booker (Democratic)

Judiciary Committee

Immigration

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