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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be established a "National African Immigrant Heritage Month" in September to celebrate the great contributions of Americans of African immigrant heritage in the United States who have enriched the history of the Nation.
Sponsored By: Representative Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15]
Introduced
Summary
National African Immigrant Heritage Month would designate September to recognize the history, culture, and contributions of Americans of African immigrant heritage. It highlights the community's wide diversity and presents a month of observance as a way to raise public awareness about achievements and ongoing challenges.
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- Families and communities: Creates space for ceremonies and celebrations that honor the achievements, history, and challenges of African immigrant Americans.
- Educators and cultural institutions: Encourages schools, museums, and community groups to offer programming about migration and contributions from the 1790s through the 2000s.
- Policymakers and advocates: Frames greater public awareness as a tool to help address disparities within the broader Black population and to strengthen community and national conversations.
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Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15]
NY • D
Cosponsors
Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9]
NY • D
Sponsored 9/9/2025
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