House Resolution
H.Res. 655
Expressing support for the designation of August 17, 2025, as "Marcus Garvey Recognition Day".
Primary Sponsor
Darrell Issa
Representative
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This resolution expresses support for designating August 17, 2025, as 'Marcus Garvey Recognition Day'. It acknowledges the important work and legacy of seven Black publications in Houston, Texas, and their role in elevating voices and shaping narratives within the African-American community.
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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.
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Expressing support for the designation of August 17, 2025, as "Marcus Garvey Recognition Day".
This resolution expresses support for designating August 17, 2025, as 'Marcus Garvey Recognition Day'. It acknowledges the important work and legacy of seven Black publications in Houston, Texas, and their role in elevating voices and shaping narratives within
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This resolution expresses support for designating August 17, 2025, as 'Marcus Garvey Recognition Day'. It acknowledges the important work and legacy of seven Black publications in Houston, Texas, and their role in elevating voices and shaping narratives within the African-American community.
- Bill Number
- 655
- Sponsor
- Darrell Issa (R-CA)
- Introduced
- 8/19/2025
- Status
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Policy Area
- Arts, Culture, Religion
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- Title
- Expressing support for the designation of August 17, 2025, as "Marcus Garvey Recognition Day".
- Bill Number
- 655
- Sponsor
- Darrell Issa (R-CA)
- Status
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Introduced
- 8/19/2025
- Summary
- This resolution expresses support for designating August 17, 2025, as 'Marcus Garvey Recognition Day'. It acknowledges the important work and legacy of seven Black publications in Houston, Texas, and their role in elevating voices and shaping narratives within the African-American community.
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