US HR1080

Recognizes and celebrates Black History Month 2026 with the theme "A Century of Black History Commemorations," marking 100 years since Carter G. Woodson established Negro History Week in 1926

Honors "unsung souls" (Black individuals whose accomplishments have not been widely celebrated) and "righteous intercessors" (allies who took extraordinary steps for justice), including Claudette Colvin, Carter G. Woodson, W.E.B. Du Bois, Judge Frank M. Johnson, and John Brown

Acknowledges the Association for the Study of African American Life and History as the preeminent organization for Black history scholarship and commemorations

Highlights key historical events including Watch Night (December 31, 1862), the May 1, 1865 Charleston commemoration that contributed to Memorial Day's creation, and the 25th Army Corps' role in Juneteenth

Encourages continuation of Black history celebrations to raise awareness of contributions by African Americans throughout U.S. history