Last progress August 15, 2025 (3 months ago)
Introduced on August 15, 2025 by Al Green
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
This resolution sets August 20 as a day to remember the evils of slavery. It aims to remind people of this history and encourage reflection and learning. It does not create new programs or funding; it simply recognizes the day for public awareness and remembrance .
| Who is affected | What changes | When |
|---|---|---|
| People and communities across the United States | Establishes a day of remembrance focused on the harms and legacy of slavery | August 20 (observed as a remembrance day) |