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Introduced
02/12/2025
02/12/2025
In Committee
02/12/2025
02/12/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to: proclaiming February 2025 as Black History Month.
AI Summary
This resolution proclaims February 2025 as Black History Month, recognizing the profound historical significance and contributions of African Americans in the United States. The resolution highlights the long and complex history of African descendants in America, tracing their presence back to 1525 and acknowledging the traumatic legacy of the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade, which brought an estimated 12 million African people to the Americas. It honors Dr. Carter G. Woodson, who founded Negro History Week in 1926, which eventually evolved into Black History Month, and emphasizes the importance of celebrating the ethnic and racial diversity that strengthens the nation. The resolution specifically recognizes 14 notable African Americans from Wisconsin who have made significant contributions in various fields, including community leadership, healthcare, education, military service, and social justice. These individuals represent diverse achievements such as pioneering judicial appointments, military leadership, community organizing, healthcare advocacy, and cultural contributions. By highlighting these personal stories, the resolution aims to raise awareness about the heritage and contributions of people of African descent, demonstrating their ongoing role in securing, protecting, and advancing freedom and civil rights, while inspiring hope and showcasing the triumph of the human spirit in the face of historical prejudice and systemic challenges.
Sponsors (61)
Tim Carpenter (D)*,
Kristin Dassler-Alfheim (D)*,
Dora Drake (D)*,
Jodi Habush Sinykin (D)*,
Dianne Hesselbein (D)*,
LaTonya Johnson (D)*,
Sarah Keyeski (D)*,
Chris Larson (D)*,
Brad Pfaff (D)*,
Melissa Ratcliff (D)*,
Kelda Roys (D)*,
Jeff Smith (D)*,
Mark Spreitzer (D)*,
Jamie Wall (D)*,
Bob Wirch (D)*,
Scott Allen (R),
Clint Anderson (D),
Deb Andraca (D),
Margaret Arney (D),
Mike Bare (D),
Jill Billings (D),
Brienne Brown (D),
Ryan Clancy (D),
Angelina Cruz (D),
Ben DeSmidt (D),
Steve Doyle (D),
Jodene Emerson (D),
Joan Fitzgerald (D),
Russell Goodwin (D),
Rick Gundrum (R),
Kalan Haywood (D),
Francesca Hong (D),
Andrew Hysell (D),
Jenna Jacobson (D),
Alex Joers (D),
Tara Johnson (D),
Karen Kirsch (D),
Darrin Madison (D),
Renuka Mayadev (D),
Maureen McCarville (D),
Tip McGuire (D),
Vincent Miresse (D),
Supreme Moore Omokunde (D),
Greta Neubauer (D),
Sylvia Ortiz-Velez (D),
Lori Palmeri (D),
Christian Phelps (D),
Pricilla Prado (D),
Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D),
Ann Roe (D),
Joe Sheehan (D),
Christine Sinicki (D),
Lee Snodgrass (D),
Ryan Spaude (D),
Angela Stroud (D),
Shelia Stubbs (D),
Lisa Subeck (D),
Sequanna Taylor (D),
Angelito Tenorio (D),
Randy Udell (D),
Robyn Vining (D),
Last Action
Available for scheduling (on 02/12/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/proposals/reg/sen/joint_resolution/sjr10 |
| BillText | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/proposaltext/2025/REG/SJR10.pdf |
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