Bill > LR322

This resolution formally recognizes February 2026 as Black History Month in Nebraska, acknowledging the annual celebration of the achievements, history, and legacy of African Americans and their vital role in Nebraska and the nation. It highlights that Black History Month originated from Dr. Carter G. Woodson's week-long observation, later expanded to a month in 1976 by presidential decree. The resolution emphasizes the significant contributions of African Americans to Nebraska's cultural, social, economic, and political landscape, even as they have faced historic and systemic inequities like redlining. It also points to recent milestones, such as the appointment of the first African American judge to the Nebraska Supreme Court and the first African American Poet Laureate and Mayor of Omaha, as examples of ongoing progress. Ultimately, this resolution encourages all Nebraskans to reflect on the movement for racial equity, honor the resilience of Black communities, and commit to building a more inclusive future.

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