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US Senate Resolution: Recognizing and Celebrating Black History Month

This US Senate resolution officially recognizes and celebrates Black History Month in February. It highlights the significant contributions of African Americans to the development of the United States and encourages all citizens to learn from the past and understand the experiences that have shaped the nation. The aim is to promote unity and justice for all.
Key points
The US Senate officially recognizes February as Black History Month, emphasizing its importance for reflecting on the nation's history.
The resolution encourages all citizens to deepen their knowledge of African Americans' contributions to the development of the United States, from economy to culture.
It underscores the need to strive for unity and justice for all, while honoring the legacy of pioneers who shaped the country.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_SRES_521
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2022-02-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution celebrating Black History Month.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SRES_521.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-02-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The US Senate officially recognizes February as Black History Month, emphasizing its importance for reflecting on the nation's history.
  • The resolution encourages all citizens to deepen their knowledge of African Americans' contributions to the development of the United States, from economy to culture.
  • It underscores the need to strive for unity and justice for all, while honoring the legacy of pioneers who shaped the country.
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 Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S800; text: CR S792-793)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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.

CATEGORIES

Media and Culture Education