Search Results: keywords:"african american history"

  • H. R. 9329 — To posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Prince Hall, in recognition of his service to the Black Community as the founder of the first Black Masonic lodge.
    Status:Introduced in House
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    H.R. 9329 seeks to honor Prince Hall by posthumously awarding him a Congressional Gold Medal for his significant contributions to the Black Community as the founder of the first Black Masonic lodge. The bill states that the medal, once awarded, will be displayed at the...

    Simple Explanation

    This bill wants to give a special medal to Prince Hall to say thank you for being a leader and helping the Black Community by starting the first Black Masonic lodge. It also suggests that this medal be shown in a museum so everyone can see it.

  • H. RES. 146 — Honoring the legacy of the Harlem Renaissance, a cultural, social, and political movement in American history.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:361

    H. RES. 146 is a resolution to honor the legacy of the Harlem Renaissance, a significant cultural, social, and political movement in American history. The resolution recognizes the Harlem Renaissance as a pivotal period for African Americans and the African diaspora, fostering pride,...

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    H. RES. 146 is a special acknowledgment to celebrate the Harlem Renaissance, a time when lots of African American artists, writers, and musicians created amazing things that changed American culture. It wants to keep Harlem's history safe and make sure people remember how important it is, but it doesn't say exactly how to do that.