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US HR1064
Resolution
Status
2/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Nikema Williams
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AI Summary
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Designates February 16, 2026, as "International Black Aviation Professionals Day" to honor contributions of Black Americans to aviation, space exploration, and the aviation industry
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Recognizes historic pioneers including Emory C. Malick (first licensed Black pilot), Bessie Coleman (first licensed Black woman pilot), the Tuskegee Airmen, and astronauts Guion Bluford and Mae Jemison (first Black American man and woman in space)
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Requests the President issue a proclamation calling on Americans to recognize Black aviation pioneers and support enhanced curriculum in schools and libraries about their contributions
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Encourages greater opportunities for Black Americans in all areas of aviation, including pilots, flight attendants, air traffic controllers, mechanics, and aerospace professionals
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Acknowledges organizations supporting Black aviation professionals, including the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals, Sisters of the Skies, and the FAA's STEM Aviation and Space Education Program recruiting from Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Legislative Description
Expressing support for the designation of February 16, 2026, as "International Black Aviation Professionals Day".
Transportation and public works
Last Action
Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
2/12/2026