Skip to content
Govbase
Govbase
Congress·In Committee·H.Res. 1083

Honoring William DeHart Hubbard

Honoring Mr. William DeHart Hubbard.

Legislative Progress

House
Senate
President
Law

Key Points

  • Congress is recognizing William DeHart Hubbard, a Cincinnati native who made history as the first Black American to win an individual Olympic gold medal during the 1924 Paris Games.
  • The resolution describes how Hubbard succeeded despite facing intense racism, such as being forced into segregated quarters on the trip to Europe and being barred from competing in certain events by Olympic officials.
  • The honor also covers his life after sports, including his work providing housing for Black workers during World War II and his 27-year career as a federal adviser on race relations.
  • This recognition coincides with Black History Month and the 2026 Winter Olympics to highlight Hubbard's legacy as both a world-record-setting athlete and a community leader.

Milestones

1 milestone2 actions
Feb 25, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Feb 25, 2026

Submitted in House

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Honoring Mr. William DeHart Hubbard.

Bill NumberHRES 1083
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Sponsor

Cosponsors

(3)
D: 3

Analysis generated by AI. Always verify with official sources.