HB844Introduced in the House
Black History is American History Act
Introduced by Joyce Beatty, District OH-3
What does this bill do?
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Official description
To authorize the Secretary of Education to award grants to eligible entities to carry out educational programs that include the history of peoples of African descent in the settling and founding of America, the economic and political environments that led to the development, institutionalization, and abolition of slavery and its impact on all Americans, the exploration and expansion of America, impact on and contributions to the development and enhancement of American life, United States history, literature, the economy, politics, body of laws, and culture, and for other purposes.
Where it stands
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
January 31, 2025
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Bill history
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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