Bill · H.Res. 35· House(119-HRES-35)
Recognizing the 112th Anniversary of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
- Introduced
- 1/13/2025
- Last activity
- 1/13/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- Sponsored by
- Summer Lee
- Cosponsors
- - 9 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution recognizes the 112th anniversary of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. It notes that the private, non-profit organization was founded on January 13, 1913, by 22 college women at Howard University. The text points out that the group has grown into the largest African-American Greek letter sorority, with over 350,000 members and more than 1,050 chapters. It highlights the sorority's Five-Point Program Thrust and various initiatives focused on community support, education, and global service. Finally, the resolution states that the House of Representatives applauds and honors the sorority and its members for more than a century of service to the United States and the global community.
Yes· 3 of 8
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+3
The resolution honors the legacy and service of the largest African-American Greek letter sorority.
Would women be better off under this?+3
The organization is a sisterhood founded by women that focuses on the leadership and development of women.
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+3
The resolution honors an organization that focuses on uplifting the African-American community through economic and educational development.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for local communities: The text notes that the sorority provides assistance and support through established programs in local communities throughout the world, which can help individuals in need.
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Financial literacy: The text mentions the Financial Fortitude initiative, which seeks to close the widening gap via personal financial planning initiatives to help people with their personal finances.
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Educational enrichment: The text highlights educational programs such as the Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy, which provides opportunities for local chapters to enrich and enhance the education that young women receive in public schools to prepare them for leadership.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts found: The provided text does not contain any sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens 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+3Good For Women+3Good For Children+2Good For Low Income Households+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+3Improves Poverty Reduction+2
- Education And Technology
- Improves School Choice+2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Increases Foreign Aid+2
- 1/15/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/13/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- 8 Cosponsors added.
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