Bill · S.Res. 615· Senate(119-SRES-615)

A resolution celebrating Black History Month.

Age: 57 years

New Jersey

Introduced: 2/25/2026
Last activity: 2/25/2026 — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S689; text: CR S687-688)
Sponsored by: Cory Booker
Cosponsors: - 32 - 6

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Introduced
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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.

This bill has been officially recorded and is now part of the legislative history.

What this bill would do

This resolution serves to celebrate Black History Month. It acknowledges the history of African Americans in the United States, ranging from their involuntary arrival in the 17th century to their various contributions to the nation. The text highlights the struggles faced by African Americans, including enslavement and segregation, alongside their significant achievements in various fields. It notes the historical origins of Black History Month through the work of Dr. Carter G. Woodson. Finally, the resolution encourages reflection on the past to better understand the experiences that shaped the country.

Yes

Would Black Americans be better off under this?+7
The resolution explicitly celebrates the history, achievements, and cultural contributions of African Americans.
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+5
The resolution acknowledges historical and ongoing injustices faced by African Americans to promote recognition of their contributions.