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Printing Updated History of Black Americans in Congress

This resolution concerns the printing of an updated version of the document "Black Americans in Congress, 1870–1989". Citizens will gain access to expanded knowledge about the history and contributions of African Americans in American legislature, which can enrich education and public awareness.
Key points
A new, revised version of the book "Black Americans in Congress, 1870–1989" will be printed.
The book will include illustrations and suitable binding.
Production and printing costs will not exceed $500,000, with 80% of copies for the House of Representatives and 20% for the Senate.
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Adopted
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HCONRES_82
Sponsor: Rep. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-19]
Process start date: 2022-03-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Authorizing the printing of a revised and updated version of the House document entitled "Black Americans in Congress, 1870-1989".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HCONRES_82.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A new, revised version of the book "Black Americans in Congress, 1870–1989" will be printed.
  • The book will include illustrations and suitable binding.
  • Production and printing costs will not exceed $500,000, with 80% of copies for the House of Representatives and 20% for the Senate.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-19].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9755)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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