Bill · H.Res. 1546· House(119-HRES-1546)
Expressing support for the recognition of Nigerian Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage, culture, and contributions of Nigerians and Nigerian Americans in the United States.
- Introduced
- 9/16/2026
- Last activity
- 9/16/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sponsored by
- Sanford Bishop
- Cosponsors
- - 16 - 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 recognizing Nigerian Heritage Month in the United States. It celebrates the history, culture, and contributions of Nigerians and Nigerian Americans to the nation. The text highlights Nigeria's independence and its strong diplomatic and trading partnership with the United States. It notes that Nigerian Americans are a fast-growing, highly educated population contributing to many professional fields. Finally, the resolution encourages governments, schools, and organizations to observe the month with appropriate programs and activities.
Yes· 3 of 12
Would business owners be better off under this?+2
The bill highlights the significant contributions and leadership of Nigerian Americans in entrepreneurship and business.
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+2
The bill recognizes the shared ancestral and cultural connections between the Nigerian diaspora and African Americans.
Would immigrants be better off under this?+2
The resolution honors the legacy and contributions of the highly educated Nigerian immigrant population.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Educational and Cultural Awareness: The resolution encourages Federal, State, and local governments, educational institutions, and cultural organizations to observe Nigerian Heritage Month through programs and activities that highlight Nigerian history and culture. This is found in resolved paragraph (4) and can help the public better understand and appreciate Nigerian heritage.
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Recognition of Community Contributions: The resolution honors the legacy, achievements, and ongoing contributions of Nigerian Americans to the prosperity, diversity, and strength of the United States, as stated in resolved paragraph (5). This provides formal acknowledgment of the positive impacts Nigerian Americans have made in fields like medicine, engineering, technology, education, and the arts.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: Based on the explicit text provided in the resolution, there are no specific sections or provisions that create negative consequences, burdens, or penalties for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
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+2Good For Business Owners+2Good For Immigrants+2Good For Hispanic Americans+1Good For Students+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+2Improves Social Security+1
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Small Business Support+1Increases Job Creation+1
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+2
- Education And Technology
- Improves College Affordability+1
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+1
- 9/16/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 16 Cosponsors added.
Joyce BeattyDemocrat · Ohio
Yvette ClarkeDemocrat · New York
André CarsonDemocrat · Indiana
Troy CarterDemocrat · Louisiana
Maxwell FrostDemocrat · Florida
Henry JohnsonDemocrat · Georgia
Jonathan JacksonDemocrat · Illinois
Sydney Kamlager-DoveDemocrat · California
Jennifer McClellanDemocrat · Virginia
Christian MenefeeDemocrat · Texas
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Adam SmithDemocrat · Washington
Rashida TlaibDemocrat · Michigan
Shri ThanedarDemocrat · Michigan
Marc VeaseyDemocrat · Texas
Maxine WatersDemocrat · California