HRES 688 United States House · 119th Congress

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be established a "National African Immigrant Heritage Month" in September to celebrate the great contributions of Americans of African immigrant heritage in the United States who have enriched the history of the Nation.

HRES 688 is a non-binding resolution proposing that September be designated as "National African Immigrant Heritage Month" to celebrate the contributions of Americans with African immigrant heritage. It does not create new law or affect specific policies, but formally expresses the House's sense that recognizing these contributions would honor their historical and cultural impact on the U.S. The resolution highlights the diverse backgrounds of this community and their roles in areas like education, healthcare, and public service. It calls for the public to observe the month through ceremonies and activities, though it has no legal force.
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Introduced Sep 9, 2025 Last action Sep 9, 2025
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