Booker T. Washington Day, recognized

HJR 25 is a ceremonial resolution designating April 5, 2026, as "Booker T. Washington Day" in Alabama. It formally recognizes the contributions of Booker T. Washington, an influential African American educator and leader, particularly his role as the first president of Tuskegee Institute (now Tuskegee University) in Alabama. The resolution celebrates his advocacy for industrial-vocational education, economic self-reliance, and his broader impact on African American advancement. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies or individuals.