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Expressing the sense that there should be established a "National Garifuna Immigrant Heritage Month" in April to celebrate the great contributions of Americans of Garifuna immigrant heritage in the United States who have enriched the history of the Nation.
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Summary of Bill HRES 344
Bill 118 H.Res. 344 is a resolution that proposes the establishment of a "National Garifuna Immigrant Heritage Month" in April. The purpose of this month would be to celebrate the significant contributions of Americans of Garifuna immigrant heritage in the United States. The Garifuna people are descendants of West African, Carib, and Arawak people who were exiled from the island of St. Vincent in the late 18th century and settled in Central America, particularly in Honduras, Belize, Guatemala, and Nicaragua.
The resolution recognizes the rich cultural heritage and history of the Garifuna people and acknowledges their contributions to the United States. It highlights the importance of celebrating and honoring the achievements and successes of Garifuna Americans, who have played a vital role in enriching the fabric of American society.
The resolution emphasizes the need to raise awareness about the Garifuna community and their cultural traditions, as well as to promote understanding and appreciation of their heritage. It calls on the President to issue a proclamation recognizing April as National Garifuna Immigrant Heritage Month and encourages the people of the United States to observe the month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 344 aims to celebrate and honor the history, culture, and contributions of Americans of Garifuna immigrant heritage, highlighting their important role in shaping the diverse and vibrant tapestry of the United States.
The resolution recognizes the rich cultural heritage and history of the Garifuna people and acknowledges their contributions to the United States. It highlights the importance of celebrating and honoring the achievements and successes of Garifuna Americans, who have played a vital role in enriching the fabric of American society.
The resolution emphasizes the need to raise awareness about the Garifuna community and their cultural traditions, as well as to promote understanding and appreciation of their heritage. It calls on the President to issue a proclamation recognizing April as National Garifuna Immigrant Heritage Month and encourages the people of the United States to observe the month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 344 aims to celebrate and honor the history, culture, and contributions of Americans of Garifuna immigrant heritage, highlighting their important role in shaping the diverse and vibrant tapestry of the United States.
Congressional Summary of HRES 344
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that a National Garifuna Immigrant Heritage Month should be established to celebrate the significant contributions of Americans of recent Garifuna immigrant heritage to the history of the United States.
The Garifuna people are a people of mixed free African and indigenous American ancestry that originated in the Caribbean island of Saint Vincent and speak Garifuna, an Arawakan language, and Vincentian Creole.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 344
Bill HRES 344 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 28, 2023. Bill HRES 344 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 28, 2023. Bill HRES 344's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. as of April 28, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 344
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 344
Primary Policy Focus
Arts, Culture, ReligionAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 344
Expressing the sense that there should be established a "National Garifuna Immigrant Heritage Month" in April to celebrate the great contributions of Americans of Garifuna immigrant heritage in the United States who have enriched the history of the Nation.
Expressing the sense that there should be established a "National Garifuna Immigrant Heritage Month" in April to celebrate the great contributions of Americans of Garifuna immigrant heritage in the United States who have enriched the history of the Nation.
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