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BillHR 7740 · 119

African American History Act of 2026

Introduced
Feb 26, 2026
Cosponsors
97
Traction
0
Last Action
Feb 26, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes a program to preserve and promote African American historical sites and stories. Requires the development of educational materials and events to raise awareness about African American history.

Sponsored By

Kweisi Mfume
Democrat · Maryland · House

Bill Journey

  1. Feb 26, 2026
  3. Feb 26, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects African American communities and the general public by increasing access to historical information and promoting a greater understanding of African American history and culture. It also impacts educators and historians by providing them with new resources and materials to teach and study African American history.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
96backers
  • Democratic96
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

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Cosponsors (97)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMedia & Culture
CommitteeCommittee on House Administration
IntroducedFeb 26, 2026
Last UpdatedFeb 26, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Subjects
  • Culture

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.