Bill · H.Res. 720· House(119-HRES-720)

Expressing support for the designation of September 2025 as "African Diaspora Heritage Month".

Age: 54 years

Virginia

Introduced: 9/16/2025
Last activity: 9/16/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sponsored by: Jennifer McClellan
Cosponsors: - 16 - 1

Government Operations and Politics

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 September 2025 as "African Diaspora Heritage Month." It highlights the growth, diversity, and contributions of the African diaspora population in the United States. The text notes their economic impact, including billions paid in Federal, State, and local taxes, alongside high educational achievements. It encourages people, along with civil and educational authorities, to observe the month through appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities. Finally, the resolution affirms that the contributions and diversity of the African diaspora community enrich and strengthen the nation.

Yes· 3 of 5

Would Black Americans be better off under this?+5
The resolution specifically honors and highlights the heritage and contributions of the African diaspora community in the United States.
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+5
The resolution recognizes and honors the cultural heritage, diversity, and contributions of the African diaspora community.
Would immigrants be better off under this?+4
The resolution celebrates the growing African immigrant population and their positive cultural, educational, and economic contributions to the nation.