HR1944: HR1944 National Black Women's History Month; April; designate

26 LC 64 0125 House Resolution 1944 By: Representative Moore of the 91st A RESOLUTION Designating April as National Black Women's History Month; and for other purposes.1 WHEREAS, National Black Women's History Month is a time to hono r the rich heritage,2 resilience, and achievements of Black Women who have positively shaped the United States;3 and4 WHEREAS, Black Women have played a pivotal role in advancing re silience,5 empowerment, and faith; and6 WHEREAS, the month of April will specifically highlight the exp eriences, achievements,7 and unique contributions of Black Women throughout history; and8 WHEREAS, National Black Women's History Month is designed to un ify the community9 by promoting visibility, education, empowerment, contribution, and achievement, all of10 which positively impact communities across the globe; and11 WHEREAS, the theme for the 2026 celebration of National Black Women's History Month12 is "Black Women: Sharing our Stories, Honoring Our Legacies" wh ich conveys13 H. R. 1944 - 1 - 26 LC 64 0125 empowerment through storytelling, preservation of history and c ulture, celebration of14 resilience, strength, and influence; and15 WHEREAS, by recognizing and respecting the impact Black Women h ave made across16 generations culturally, socially, politically, and personally, this month will acknowledge how17 those women shaped the present. 18 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that19 the members of this body recognize April as National Black Women's History Month.20 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized21 and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution avai lable for distribution to the22 public and the press.23 H. R. 1944 - 2 -