RI H7472

Proclaims February 2026 as "Black History Month" in Rhode Island, recognizing contributions of African Americans to the economy, social growth, sciences, and arts

Commemorates the 100th anniversary of Black History Month's formal establishment, with the 2026 theme "A Century of Black History Commemorations"

Acknowledges Rhode Island-specific African American history, including the Rhode Island 1st Black Regiment at the Battle of Newport, the 14th Heavy Artillery Regiment (Colored) in 1863, and contributions to historic Newport structures like the Brick Market and Redwood Library

Directs the Secretary of State to transmit a certified copy of the resolution to the Rhode Island Black Heritage Society

Introduced February 3, 2026 by Representatives Hull, Stewart, Alzate, Felix, Batista, Morales, Chippendale, Giraldo, Shekarchi, and Blazejewski; read and passed by the House