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Designating Mary Church Terrell Day: Recognizing Contributions to Civil and Women's Rights

This House Resolution supports designating September 23 as Mary Church Terrell Day. It aims to honor her significant contributions to the civil rights and women's rights movements, reminding citizens of important historical figures and their impact on society.
Key points
Designation of September 23 as Mary Church Terrell Day to commemorate her legacy.
Highlighting Mary Church Terrell's role in fighting racial and gender discrimination, including her efforts to desegregate public places.
Acknowledging her involvement in civil rights and suffrage movements, which can inspire further actions for equality.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_696
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2023-09-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing support for the designation of September 23, 2023, as "Mary Church Terrell Day", and calling on Congress to recognize Mary Church Terrell's lasting contributions to the civil rights and women's rights movements.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_696.

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 2023-09-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Designation of September 23 as Mary Church Terrell Day to commemorate her legacy.
  • Highlighting Mary Church Terrell's role in fighting racial and gender discrimination, including her efforts to desegregate public places.
  • Acknowledging her involvement in civil rights and suffrage movements, which can inspire further actions for equality.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

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 Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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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