Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025

House Bill

H.R. 5451

119th Congress

Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025

In Committee

Introduced:Sep 30, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Steve Cohen

Representative

Democratic

TN-9

Cosponsors

12

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Immigration

Summary

The African Diaspora Heritage Month Act of 2023 would require the President to issue a yearly proclamation designating a month to celebrate and observe the history and contributions of the African diaspora. This would encourage state and local governments to also recognize this heritage month.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

The African Diaspora Heritage Month Act of 2023 would require the President to issue a yearly proclamation designating a month to celebrate and observe the history and contributions of the African diaspora. This would encourage state and local governments to also recognize this heritage month.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

African Diaspora Heritage Month Act of 2023This bill requires the President to designate by proclamation African Diaspora Heritage Month. The proclamation shall be issued every year and urge the observation of African Diaspora Heritage Month by state and local governments.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Establishes an annual 'African Diaspora Heritage Month' to be designated by presidential proclamation
Urges state and local governments to observe and celebrate African Diaspora Heritage Month
Aims to recognize and honor the history, culture, and contributions of the African diaspora

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If passed, this bill would impact all Americans by creating a national observance to highlight the important role of the African diaspora in the United States. It would particularly benefit members of the African diaspora community by providing official federal recognition of their heritage and legacy.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Immigration

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

5451, 119th Congress (2025). "Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-5451