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CO HJR1005

CO HJR1005
African American Veterans


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Introduced
02/05/2026
In Committee
02/06/2026
Crossed Over
02/06/2026
Passed
02/11/2026
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

26-1005 CONCERNING RECOGNITION OF AFRICAN AMERICAN VETERANS.

AI Summary

This resolution formally acknowledges and honors the extraordinary service and sacrifices of African American veterans throughout United States history, recognizing their contributions from the colonial era to the present day, often in the face of segregation and discrimination. It supports efforts to ensure these veterans receive equitable access to earned benefits, healthcare, and resources, and encourages educational initiatives, museums, and historical institutions to highlight their stories. The resolution commits to recognizing their valor, perseverance, and patriotism, especially during Black History Month and beyond, affirming dedication to justice and equality, and encourages their commemoration within both the Senate and the House of Representatives. Copies of this joint resolution are to be sent to various organizations and individuals, including the Congressional Black Caucus, the Tuskegee Airmen, Inc., and family members of notable African American veterans, ensuring their legacies are preserved and celebrated for future generations.

Sponsors (88)

Judy Amabile (D)* Jennifer Bacon (D)* Mark Baisley (R)* Matt Ball (D)* Carlos Barron (R)* Andrew Boesenecker (D)* Scott Bottoms (R)* Mary Bradfield (R)* Brandi Bradley (R)* Scott Bright (R)* Max Brooks (R)* Kyle Brown (D)* Jarvis Caldwell (R)* Sean Camacho (D)* John Carson (R)* Michael Carter (D)* Marc Catlin (R)* Chad Clifford (D)* James Coleman (D)* Lisa Cutter (D)* Jessie Danielson (D)* Ken Degraaf (R)* Monica Duran (D)* Regina English (D)* Cecelia Espenoza (D)* Tony Exum (D)* Lisa Feret (D)* Ava Flanell (R)* Lisa Frizell (R)* Meg Froelich (D)* Lorena García (D)* Lori Garcia Sander (R)* Lindsay Gilchrist (D)* Lori Goldstein (D)* Julie Gonzales (D)* Ryan Gonzalez (R)* Eliza Hamrick (D)* Tony Hartsook (R)* Nick Hinrichsen (D)* Jamie Jackson (D)* Iman Jodeh (D)* Dusty Johnson (R)* Junie Joseph (D)* Rebecca Keltie (R)* Cathy Kipp (D)* Barbara Kirkmeyer (R)* Chris Kolker (D)* Mandy Lindsay (D)* William Lindstedt (D)* Larry Liston (R)* Meghan Lukens (D)* Javier Mabrey (D)* Matt Martinez (D)* Tisha Mauro (D)* Julie McCluskie (D)* Dafna Michaelson Jenet (D)* Kyle Mullica (D)* Kenny Nguyen (D)* Amy Paschal (D)* Byron Pelton (R)* Rod Pelton (R)* Jacqueline Phillips (D)* Janice Rich (R)* Chris Richardson (R)* Naquetta Ricks (D)* Dylan Roberts (D)* Robert Rodriguez (D)* Manny Rutinel (D)* Emily Sirota (D)* Scott Slaugh (R)* Lesley Smith (D)* Marc Snyder (D)* Matt Soper (R)* Katie Stewart (D)* Rebekah Stewart (D)* Tammy Story (D)* Larry Suckla (R)* Rick Taggart (R)* Brianna Titone (D)* Alex Valdez (D)* Katie Wallace (D)* Michael Weissman (D)* Jenny Willford (D)* Ty Winter (R)* Steven Woodrow (D)* Dan Woog (R)* Lynda Zamora Wilson (R)* Yara Zokaie (D)*

Last Action

Signed by the President of the Senate (on 02/11/2026)

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