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DE HCR27
Concurrent Resolution
Status
1/18/2012
Primary Sponsor
Edward Bennett
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AI Summary
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Designates February 2012 as African American History Month in Delaware
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Requests the Governor issue a proclamation calling upon state agencies and Delaware residents to observe the month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities
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Acknowledges African American contributions to the nation, including milestones such as the 15th Amendment (February 3, 1870), Hiram R. Revels becoming the first African American U.S. Senator (February 25, 1870), and the births of W.E.B. DuBois and Frederick Douglass
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References Dr. Carter G. Woodson's establishment of Black History Week in February 1926, which was expanded to a full month in 1976
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Directs that a copy of the resolution be delivered to the Governor of Delaware
Legislative Description
Proclaiming The Month Of February 2012 As African American History Month And Requesting The Governor Issue A Proclamation For African American History Month.
Last Action
Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT
1/18/2012