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Recognizing the significance of the Greensboro Four sit-in during Black History Month.

2/11/2026, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 1040

The bill "Recognizing the significance of the Greensboro Four sit-in during Black History Month" was introduced in the 119th Congress as House Resolution 1040 on February 5, 2026. The bill acknowledges the importance of the Greensboro Four sit-in event in history, specifically during Black History Month. It aims to honor and recognize the contribution and impact of the Greensboro Four sit-in within the context of black history. The bill does not contain specific directives or actions but serves as a commemorative recognition of this historic event.

Current Status of Bill HRES 1040

Bill HRES 1040 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 5, 2026. Bill HRES 1040 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 5, 2026.  Bill HRES 1040's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of February 5, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1040

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
65
Democrat Cosponsors
65
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1040

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1040

Recognizing the significance of the Greensboro Four sit-in during Black History Month.
Recognizing the significance of the Greensboro Four sit-in during Black History Month.

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