Recognizing the 112th Anniversary of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.

House Resolution

H.Res. 35

119th Congress

Recognizing the 112th Anniversary of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.

In Committee

Introduced:Jan 13, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Katherine M. Clark

Representative

Democratic

MA-5

Cosponsors

9

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Education

Summary

This resolution recognizes the 112th anniversary of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, a historically Black sorority founded at Howard University in 1913. The organization has over 350,000 members worldwide and focuses on public service, sisterhood, and scholarship. The resolution honors the sororitys contributions to civil rights, education, and community service.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution recognizes the 112th anniversary of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, a historically Black sorority founded at Howard University in 1913. The organization has over 350,000 members worldwide and focuses on public service, sisterhood, and scholarship. The resolution honors the sororitys contributions to civil rights, education, and community service.

Last updated: 1/4/2026

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution recognizes the 112th anniversary of the founding of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Recognizes 112th anniversary of Delta Sigma Theta
Founded at Howard University in 1913
Historically Black Greek-letter organization
Over 350,000 members worldwide
Honors public service and scholarship contributions

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Congressional resolutions recognizing historic Black Greek-letter organizations honor their substantial contributions to American society. Delta Sigma Theta members have included prominent civil rights leaders, politicians, and professionals. The resolution acknowledges the sororitys role in advancing civil rights, voter registration, and community service over more than a century.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Education

Related Subjects

Commemorative events and holidays

Higher education

Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

35, 119th Congress (2025). "Recognizing the 112th Anniversary of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hres-35