Bill · H.Res. 1064· House(119-HRES-1064)
Expressing support for the designation of February 16, 2026, as "International Black Aviation Professionals Day".
- Introduced
- 2/12/2026
- Last activity
- 2/13/2026 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
- Sponsored by
- Nikema Williams
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for designating February 16, 2026, as "International Black Aviation Professionals Day." It highlights the significant historical contributions made by Black Americans in flight, space exploration, and the aviation industry despite facing adversity. The text cites various pioneers, from pilots and flight attendants to scientists and inventors, who broke barriers like racism and sexism. It also recognizes the impact of military training through the Tuskegee Army Airfield and the role of Black professionals in making aviation safe and reliable. Ultimately, the resolution encourages the celebration of these achievements and requests presidential action to recognize these stories.
Yes· 3 of 8
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+6
The resolution specifically honors the history and promotes future career opportunities for Black Americans in aviation.
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+5
The resolution promotes the recognition of Black aviation pioneers and advocates for increased opportunities for Black Americans in the aviation industry.
Would students be better off under this?+4
The resolution encourages enhanced curriculum in schools to educate students on the contributions of Black aviation pioneers.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of History: The resolution encourages the observation of the day through the recognition and celebration of the contributions of Black aviation professionals (Resolution Section 2).
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Educational Advancement: It requests the provision of enhanced curriculum in schools, libraries, and other places of learning to educate the public on the contributions of Black aviation pioneers (Resolution Section 3-B).
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Career Opportunities: The resolution calls for support of greater opportunities for Black Americans in all areas of aviation (Resolution Section 3-C).
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Workforce Diversification: The text notes that public and private sector efforts to recruit and support talented Black Americans through diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives can help diversify the workforce for decades to come (Whereas Clause).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated in the provided 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+6Good For Students+4Good For Business Owners+3Good For Veterans+3Good For Women+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+5
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+2
- 2/13/2026
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
- 2/12/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
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Lucy McBathDemocrat · Georgia