Recognizing the forthcoming centennial of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre.

Bill 117 H.Res. 398, titled "Recognizing the forthcoming centennial of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to acknowledge and commemorate the upcoming 100th anniversary of the tragic events that occurred in Tulsa, Oklahoma in 1921.

The resolution recognizes the Tulsa Race Massacre as one of the worst incidents of racial violence in American history, where a white mob attacked the predominantly Black neighborhood of Greenwood, also known as "Black Wall Street," resulting in the deaths of hundreds of Black residents and the destruction of homes and businesses.

The resolution aims to honor the memory of the victims of the Tulsa Race Massacre and to educate the public about this dark chapter in American history. It calls for the centennial anniversary to be observed with appropriate ceremonies and activities to remember the lives lost and the impact of the massacre on the Black community in Tulsa and beyond. Furthermore, the resolution encourages continued efforts to promote racial reconciliation and healing in the aftermath of the Tulsa Race Massacre, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging and addressing the legacy of racial violence and discrimination in the United States. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 398 seeks to raise awareness about the Tulsa Race Massacre and its significance in American history, while also promoting unity and understanding among all Americans.