Calling on the Secretary of Education to work with stakeholders to immediately eliminate race-based Native logos, mascots, and names from State educational institutions, and calling on State educational institutions and national sports franchises to cease the unsanctioned use of such logos, mascots, and names.

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Summary of Bill HRES 589

Bill 118 HRES 589, also known as the Native American Mascot Resolution, calls on the Secretary of Education to collaborate with stakeholders to promptly remove race-based Native logos, mascots, and names from State educational institutions. Additionally, the bill urges State educational institutions and national sports franchises to discontinue the unauthorized use of such logos, mascots, and names.

The resolution aims to address the harmful impact of these racially insensitive representations on Native American communities. By eliminating these stereotypes from educational institutions and sports franchises, the bill seeks to promote inclusivity and respect for Native American cultures.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 589 highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing the harmful effects of race-based mascots and logos, and calls for immediate action to eliminate these representations from public institutions.

Congressional Summary of HRES 589

This resolution condemns all racism and discrimination, directs the Department of Education to work with stakeholders to immediately eliminate race-based Native logos, mascots, and names from state educational institutions, and calls for such institutions and national sports franchises to cease the unsanctioned used of such logos, mascots, and names.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 589

Bill HRES 589 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 13, 2023. Bill HRES 589 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 13, 2023. Bill HRES 589's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of July 13, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 589

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Sports and Recreation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 589

Calling on the Secretary of Education to work with stakeholders to immediately eliminate race-based Native logos, mascots, and names from State educational institutions, and calling on State educational institutions and national sports franchises to cease the unsanctioned use of such logos, mascots, and names.