HB524Introduced in the House of Delegates
General Provisions - Commemorative Months - African Heritage Month
Introduced by Bernice Mireku-North, District 14
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Requiring the Governor annually to proclaim the month of September as African Heritage Month in recognition of the contributions that African Americans have made to the State; and requiring the proclamation to urge certain organizations to observe the month with certain programs and activities.
Where it stands
Hearing 3/17 at 1:00 p.m.
February 16, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
First Reading Government, Labor, and Elections
Hearing 3/17 at 1:00 p.m.
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