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A bill to direct the President to designate a month as African Diaspora Heritage Month.
1/25/2024, 5:15 AM
Summary of Bill S 3656
Bill 118 s 3656, 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 and contributions of individuals of African descent throughout the world.
The purpose of this bill is to raise awareness and promote understanding of the history, culture, and achievements of the African diaspora. By designating a specific month for this purpose, the bill seeks to highlight the significant impact that individuals of African descent have had on society, both in the United States and globally.
If passed, the President would be responsible for selecting the specific month to be designated as African Diaspora Heritage Month. This month would serve as a time for reflection, education, and celebration of the rich and diverse heritage of the African diaspora. Overall, the African Diaspora Heritage Month Act aims to promote inclusivity, diversity, and cultural appreciation by recognizing and honoring the contributions of individuals of African descent. It is a step towards acknowledging and celebrating the important role that the African diaspora has played in shaping history and society.
The purpose of this bill is to raise awareness and promote understanding of the history, culture, and achievements of the African diaspora. By designating a specific month for this purpose, the bill seeks to highlight the significant impact that individuals of African descent have had on society, both in the United States and globally.
If passed, the President would be responsible for selecting the specific month to be designated as African Diaspora Heritage Month. This month would serve as a time for reflection, education, and celebration of the rich and diverse heritage of the African diaspora. Overall, the African Diaspora Heritage Month Act aims to promote inclusivity, diversity, and cultural appreciation by recognizing and honoring the contributions of individuals of African descent. It is a step towards acknowledging and celebrating the important role that the African diaspora has played in shaping history and society.
Current Status of Bill S 3656
Bill S 3656 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 24, 2024. Bill S 3656 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on January 24, 2024. Bill S 3656's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 24, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3656
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3656
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3656
A bill to direct the President to designate a month as African Diaspora Heritage Month.
A bill to direct the President to designate a month as African Diaspora Heritage Month.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 3656
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