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Support for Designating Black Wall Street Day

This resolution expresses support for designating June 1st as Black Wall Street Day. It commemorates the prosperous Black community in Tulsa and the tragic 1921 massacre that destroyed homes and businesses, highlighting the lasting consequences for residents.
Key points
Supports designating June 1st as Black Wall Street Day.
Commemorates the prosperous Black community in Tulsa known as Black Wall Street.
Acknowledges the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre and its devastating impact.
Highlights the destruction of homes, businesses, and loss of wealth for residents.
Notes that community redevelopment efforts were hindered.
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Additional Information
Expressing support for the designation of the 1st day in June as "Black Wall Street Day".
Print number: HRES 454
Sponsor: Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15]
Process start date: 2021-06-01