Bill · S.Res. 99· Senate(119-SRES-99)

A resolution celebrating Black History Month.

Age: 57 years

New Jersey

Introduced: 2/26/2025
Last activity: 2/26/2025 — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1391; text: CR S1401)
Sponsored by: Cory Booker
Cosponsors: - 31 - 10

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 Senate resolution celebrates Black History Month. It recognizes the history of African Americans, including the suffering caused by enslavement, segregation, and the denial of rights. The text highlights numerous individuals who worked against racism and contributed to the advancement of the United States. It also notes the origins of Black History Month through the work of Dr. Carter G. Woodson. Finally, the resolution encourages reflection on the complex history of the nation while moving forward as a united country.

Yes

Would Black Americans be better off under this?+5
The resolution honors the heritage and contributions of African Americans.
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+5
The resolution acknowledges historical injustices and celebrates the contributions of African Americans to promote social recognition.