Expressing support for the designation of February 16, 2023, as "International Black Aviation Professionals Day".
HRES 131 is a symbolic resolution expressing support for designating February 16, 2023, as "International Black Aviation Professionals Day." It recognizes the historical contributions of Black aviation professionals - from pioneers like Bessie Coleman and the Tuskegee Airmen to modern figures like Katherine Johnson - and encourages public acknowledgment of their achievements. The resolution requests the President issue a proclamation urging schools and communities to educate about these contributions and support greater opportunities for Black Americans in aviation careers. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or funding but aims to promote awareness and inclusion in the aviation industry.
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Introduced Feb 14, 2023
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Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Nikema Williams
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Alma S. Adams
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Brian K. Fitzpatrick
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David Scott
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Donald M. Payne, Jr.
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Eleanor Holmes Norton
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Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr.
DDemocratic
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Lucy McBath
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Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.
DDemocratic
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Sharice Davids
DDemocratic
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Shontel M. Brown
DDemocratic
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