Bill > HRes173

This resolution affirms the historical significance of freedmen's settlements established by emancipated African Americans after the Civil War, recognizing these communities as powerful examples of resilience and self-determination in the face of systemic racism. The resolution acknowledges that over 1,200 such settlements were created across the United States, often in response to racial violence and economic discrimination, and highlights specific communities like Sand Branch, Texas, Africatown, Alabama, and Allensworth, California, which faced significant challenges including environmental pollution, poverty, and displacement. The document calls for comprehensive federal support, including documenting the history of these settlements, preserving their cultural heritage, investing in economic justice initiatives, protecting communities from gentrification and environmental hazards, and ensuring fair living standards. Moreover, the resolution emphasizes the importance of recognizing the ongoing impacts of historical injustices and commits to supporting the descendants of freedmen's settlements through coordinated efforts across government agencies, nonprofits, and local organizations, with the ultimate goal of promoting equity, acknowledging the resilience of these communities, and honoring their contributions to American history on Juneteenth 2024.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/173/all-info