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Expressing support for the designation of the 1st day in June as "Black Wall Street Day".
12/31/2022, 4:57 AM
Summary of Bill HRES 454
Bill 117 H.Res. 454, also known as the "Black Wall Street Day" resolution, is a piece of legislation that expresses support for designating the 1st day in June as "Black Wall Street Day." This day would commemorate the historic and thriving African American community known as Black Wall Street in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
The resolution highlights the economic success and prosperity of Black Wall Street before it was tragically destroyed in the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921. It acknowledges the resilience and strength of the Black community in rebuilding and continuing to thrive despite the devastation.
The resolution also calls for recognition of the contributions of Black entrepreneurs, business owners, and community leaders in creating and sustaining vibrant economic and cultural hubs within their communities. It emphasizes the importance of remembering and honoring the legacy of Black Wall Street as a symbol of Black excellence and achievement. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 454 aims to raise awareness of the history and significance of Black Wall Street and to celebrate the achievements and resilience of the Black community in the face of adversity.
The resolution highlights the economic success and prosperity of Black Wall Street before it was tragically destroyed in the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921. It acknowledges the resilience and strength of the Black community in rebuilding and continuing to thrive despite the devastation.
The resolution also calls for recognition of the contributions of Black entrepreneurs, business owners, and community leaders in creating and sustaining vibrant economic and cultural hubs within their communities. It emphasizes the importance of remembering and honoring the legacy of Black Wall Street as a symbol of Black excellence and achievement. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 454 aims to raise awareness of the history and significance of Black Wall Street and to celebrate the achievements and resilience of the Black community in the face of adversity.
Congressional Summary of HRES 454
This resolution supports the designation of Black Wall Street Day to commemorate the Tulsa Race Massacre.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 454
Bill HRES 454 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 1, 2021. Bill HRES 454 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 1, 2021. Bill HRES 454's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. as of June 1, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 454
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 454
Primary Policy Focus
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesPotential Impact Areas
- Civil disturbances
- Commemorative events and holidays
- Crime victims
- Crimes against property
- Fires
- Hate crimes
- Oklahoma
- Racial and ethnic relations
- U.S. history
- Violent crime
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 454
Expressing support for the designation of the 1st day in June as "Black Wall Street Day".
Expressing support for the designation of the 1st day in June as "Black Wall Street Day".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 454
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