Recognizing the significance of the Greensboro Four sit-in.

This resolution recognizes the contribution of the Greensboro Four to the civil rights movement and the significant role they played as a catalyst for the mobilization of college students coalescing in the formation of the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee.

The resolution (1) recognizes that ethnic and racial diversity of the United States enriches and strengthens the nation, and (2) encourages states to include the history and contributions of the Greensboro Four in their educational curricula.

Bill 117 H.Res. 894, also known as the Greensboro Four sit-in resolution, is a piece of legislation that recognizes the historical significance of the Greensboro Four sit-in that took place on February 1, 1960. The sit-in was a peaceful protest organized by four African American college students - Ezell Blair Jr., David Richmond, Franklin McCain, and Joseph McNeil - who sat down at a segregated lunch counter in Greensboro, North Carolina, and refused to leave until they were served.

The resolution acknowledges the bravery and determination of the Greensboro Four in standing up against racial segregation and discrimination. It also highlights the impact of their actions, which sparked a wave of sit-ins and protests across the country and played a significant role in the civil rights movement.

Furthermore, the resolution calls on all Americans to remember the courage and sacrifice of the Greensboro Four and to continue working towards equality and justice for all. It also encourages educational institutions and communities to commemorate the Greensboro Four sit-in and teach future generations about its importance in American history. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 894 serves as a tribute to the Greensboro Four and their contribution to the fight for civil rights in the United States. It aims to honor their legacy and inspire others to continue their work towards a more inclusive and equitable society.