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DE HCR2

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

1/17/2013

Primary Sponsor

Donald Blakey

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Origin

House of Representatives

147th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Designates February 2013 as African American History Month in Delaware
  • Requests the Governor issue a proclamation calling on all State agencies and Delaware residents to observe the month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities
  • Honors the heritage of African Americans and acknowledges their contributions to the nation
  • References the historical origins of Black History Week, established by Dr. Carter G. Woodson in February 1926, and its expansion to African American History Month in 1976
  • Highlights significant February milestones including the birth of W.E.B. DuBois (February 23, 1868), passage of the 15th Amendment (February 3, 1870), and the swearing in of first African American U.S. Senator Hiram R. Revels (February 25, 1870)

Legislative Description

Proclaiming The Month Of February 2013 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

1/17/2013

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