Bill · S.Res. 402· Senate(119-SRES-402)
A resolution recognizing Lloyd Ashburn Williams's unparalleled dedication to fostering economic empowerment, cultural pride, and social equity in Harlem.
- Introduced
- 9/18/2025
- Last activity
- 9/18/2025 — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S6736)
- Sponsored by
- Charles Schumer
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
S. Res. 402 is a resolution to recognize the life and work of Lloyd Ashburn Williams. It honors his dedication to economic empowerment, cultural pride, and social equity in Harlem. The text highlights his long-term leadership of The Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce and his role in co-founding HARLEM WEEK. It also notes his advocacy for social issues and his support for various cultural institutions.
Yes
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+1
The resolution honors a man who dedicated his life to the economic and cultural empowerment of the African American community in Harlem.
Would people in cities be better off under this?+1
The bill recognizes contributions to urban economic development and community pride in Harlem.
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+1
The bill recognizes a leader dedicated to social equity and the empowerment of minority-owned businesses in Harlem.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Economic Empowerment: The resolution recognizes Mr. Williams's work through The Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce to promote minority-owned businesses, attract investments, and support workforce development, which improved economic opportunities for Harlem residents.
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Cultural Pride: The resolution cites the co-founding of HARLEM WEEK, which celebrates Harlem's history, art, music, and business to restore community pride and combat negative stereotypes.
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Social Advocacy: The text notes Mr. Williams championed inclusive growth by focusing on affordable housing, education reform, health equity, climate change awareness, and bridging the digital divide.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts for people are mentioned 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+1Good For Urban Residents+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+1
- 9/18/2025
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S6736)
- Introduced in Senate