Bill · H.R. 9269· House(119-HR-9269)
Renewing the African American Civil Rights Network Act
- Introduced
- 6/11/2026
- Last activity
- 9/15/2026 — Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.
- Sponsored by
- James Clyburn
- Cosponsors
- - 5 - 5
- Introduced
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the "Renewing the African American Civil Rights Network Act," aims to extend the authorization of the African American Civil Rights Network. It proposes an amendment to Section 308404 of title 54, United States Code. Instead of the previous timeline, the authorization would now last for 10 years after the enactment of this specific Act.
Yes
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+5
The bill extends the authorization of a network specifically focused on African American civil rights.
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+3
The bill supports the continued operation of a network dedicated to African American civil rights.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Extended Authorization of the Network: By extending the period from 7 years to 10 years, the bill ensures the African American Civil Rights Network remains authorized for a longer duration (Section 2).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly mentioned in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For African Americans+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+3
- 9/15/2026
- Subcommittee on Federal Lands Discharged
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.
- 9/2/2026
- Subcommittee Hearings Held
- 8/31/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 8/26/2026
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.
- 6/11/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
- 8 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
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