A bill to direct the President to designate a month as African Diaspora Heritage Month.

1/31/2025, 11:56 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 119 s 340, also known as the African Diaspora Heritage Month Act, is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to designate a specific month as African Diaspora Heritage Month. The bill directs the President of the United States to officially recognize and designate a month to celebrate and honor the heritage, culture, and contributions of individuals of African descent throughout the world.

The bill highlights the importance of acknowledging the African diaspora and the significant impact that individuals of African descent have had on American society and culture. By designating a month specifically for this purpose, the bill seeks to raise awareness and promote understanding of the diverse experiences and histories of people of African descent.

If passed, this legislation would serve as a symbolic gesture of recognition and appreciation for the contributions of the African diaspora to the United States and the world. It would provide an opportunity for education, reflection, and celebration of the rich and diverse heritage of individuals of African descent. Overall, Bill 119 s 340 aims to promote unity, diversity, and inclusivity by honoring the African diaspora and recognizing their important role in shaping the cultural landscape of the United States.
Congress
119

Number
S - 340

Introduced on
2025-01-30

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 119 s 340, also known as the African Diaspora Heritage Month Act, is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to designate a specific month as African Diaspora Heritage Month. The bill directs the President of the United States to officially recognize and designate a month to celebrate and honor the heritage, culture, and contributions of individuals of African descent throughout the world.

The bill highlights the importance of acknowledging the African diaspora and the significant impact that individuals of African descent have had on American society and culture. By designating a month specifically for this purpose, the bill seeks to raise awareness and promote understanding of the diverse experiences and histories of people of African descent.

If passed, this legislation would serve as a symbolic gesture of recognition and appreciation for the contributions of the African diaspora to the United States and the world. It would provide an opportunity for education, reflection, and celebration of the rich and diverse heritage of individuals of African descent. Overall, Bill 119 s 340 aims to promote unity, diversity, and inclusivity by honoring the African diaspora and recognizing their important role in shaping the cultural landscape of the United States.
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Official Title as IntroducedA bill to direct the President to designate a month as African Diaspora Heritage Month.

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.