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Recognition of Black History Museums
Recognizing and celebrating the significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions.
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Key Points
- This resolution officially recognizes Black history museums and cultural centers as vital parts of the American story. It highlights how these places help tell a more complete and accurate history of the United States by preserving records and artifacts that were often left out of mainstream textbooks.
- It calls on federal agencies, such as the National Park Service and the National Endowment for the Arts, to provide strong support and funding for these institutions. This is intended to help them continue their work as educational hubs and community centers.
- The proposal encourages the group planning the United States' 250th birthday in 2026 to work closely with Black history museums. The goal is to ensure that the contributions and achievements of Black Americans are a central part of the national anniversary celebrations.
- It also asks the public to visit these museums and support them through memberships or donations. The resolution encourages people to protect the accuracy of Black history and use these museums as trusted places for learning and conversation.
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Feb 26, 2026House
Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Feb 26, 2026
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Recognizing and celebrating the significance of Black history museums and cultural institutions.
Bill NumberHRES 1088
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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(52)D: 52
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