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House Resolution Recognizing National Caribbean American Heritage Month

Original title: Recognizing the significance of "National Caribbean American Heritage Month".

June 26, 2025

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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.Jun 26, 2025

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The Frame

What this does

This serves as an official statement of Congressional support for the observance of Caribbean American Heritage Month, encouraging public participation in related cultural activities.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Caribbean American community

The resolution formally recognizes their historical and cultural contributions to the United States.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This formally recognizes the significance of National Caribbean American Heritage Month, which is celebrated annually in June. It highlights the historical, cultural, and economic contributions of Caribbean Americans to the United States.

Key Facts

The resolution formally supports the goals and ideals of National Caribbean American Heritage Month.
The House of Representatives encourages the public to observe the month with ceremonies and activities.
The resolution affirms that Caribbean American contributions are a significant part of U.S. history and that diversity strengthens the nation.
The estimated population of people in the U.S. with Caribbean ancestry or birth is 13,200,000.
The Institute of Caribbean Studies has advocated for the recognition of June as Caribbean American Heritage Month for over 30 years.
The resolution notes that Caribbean countries are considered the 'third border' of the United States.
Since the 109th Congress, the President has issued an annual proclamation declaring June as National Caribbean American Heritage Month.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this resolution do?

It expresses the House of Representatives' support for National Caribbean American Heritage Month and encourages Americans to celebrate it.

Does this resolution change any laws or funding?

No, this is a non-binding that expresses the sense of the House; it does not change laws or allocate federal funds.

Why It Matters

This serves as an official statement of Congressional support for the observance of Caribbean American Heritage Month, encouraging public participation in related cultural activities.

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Historical Continuity

The resolution highlights a consistent legislative pattern of recognizing Caribbean American Heritage Month annually since the 109th Congress.

H. Con. Res. 71

Connected Entities

organizationInstitute of Caribbean Studies“Organization recognized for advocating for the heritage month.”Map →

personMr. Carson“Primary sponsor of the resolution.”Map →

personDr. Claire A. Nelson“Founding President of the Institute of Caribbean Studies and advocate for the he”Map →

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