Bill · H.Res. 1080· House(119-HRES-1080)
Original Black History Month Resolution of 2026
- Introduced
- 2/25/2026
- Last activity
- 2/25/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sponsored by
- Al Green
- Cosponsors
- - 82 - 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, titled the "Original Black History Month Resolution of 2026," recognizes and celebrates Black History Month for the year 2026. The theme for the year is "A Century of Black History Commemorations." The text highlights the importance of honoring "unsung souls" and "righteous intercessors" who contributed to the nation's history. It discusses the historical impact of various Black scholars, activists, and historical events. Additionally, the resolution addresses efforts to diminish or sanitize Black history. Ultimately, it aims to acknowledge the achievements of Black Americans and encourage the continued celebration of their contributions.
Yes
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+7
The resolution honors and celebrates the achievements and history of African Americans.
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+5
The resolution actively promotes the recognition and preservation of Black history to combat racial erasure.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Acknowledgment of Contributions: The resolution recognizes Black Americans as "unsung souls" and "mothers and fathers" whose labor and achievements are intrinsic to the United States' success (Section 2).
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Preservation of History: The text notes that various institutions like museums, libraries, and parks help uplift Black history through programming and exhibitions (Section 2).
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Educational Inspiration: The resolution states that these commemorations inspire the Nation to move toward the ideals of liberty, equality, justice, and freedom for all (Section 2).
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Recognition of Specific Figures: The bill provides recognition for various individuals, such as Carter G. Woodson, Mary McLeod Bethune, and W.E.B. Du Bois, whose work helped shape the study of Black history (Section 2).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Opposition to Current Administration Policies: The resolution characterizes the Trump administration's actions—such as removing slavery exhibits, censoring the Smithsonian, banning books, and terminating DEI initiatives—as attempts to "erase and sanitize Blackness out of history" (Section 2).
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+7
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+5
- 3/4/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/3/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 2/25/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 78 Cosponsors added.
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