HR 5451 United States House · 118th Congress

African Diaspora Heritage Month Act of 2023

This bill designates an annual "African Diaspora Heritage Month" through a presidential proclamation. It requires the President to annually designate a month for observance, encouraging state/local governments and educational institutions to host related programs and activities. The bill does not create new funding or alter existing programs - it establishes a ceremonial recognition of the African diaspora community's contributions to U.S. society and U.S.-Africa relations.
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Introduced Sep 13, 2023 Last action Sep 13, 2023
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Sep 13, 2023
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