Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR273

Introduced
3/30/23  

Caption

Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month.

Impact

By endorsing National Women's History Month, HR273 aims to foster educational endeavors and local community celebrations that emphasize women's roles in history. It encourages schools, local governments, and community organizations to promote events that honor the contributions of women, thereby ensuring that these vital historical perspectives are integrated into educational curricula and public consciousness.

Summary

HR273 is a resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month, formally recognized in March 2023. The resolution articulates a commitment to increasing public awareness and knowledge of the historical contributions of women in the United States. It highlights significant milestones in women’s history, such as the first women’s rights convention in 1848 and the recognition of key figures in the women’s suffrage movement, including Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Susan B. Anthony.

Contention

There may be varied perspectives on how effectively HR273 can influence educational practices and community involvement, especially given the historical omission of women's contributions in traditional educational materials. Advocates for this resolution argue for its necessity in seeking a more inclusive representation of American history, while some skeptics might question the adequacy of legislative measures in actually modifying educational content or encouraging grassroots engagement.

Companion Bills

US HR1110

Related Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month.

Previously Filed As

US HR1110

Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month.

US HR280

Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month.

US SR129

A resolution designating March 2023 as "National Women's History Month".

US HR99

Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day".

US HR290

Supporting the goals and ideals of National Deaf History Month.

US HR226

Supporting the goals and ideals of National Middle Level Education Month.

US HR218

Commemorating the life and legacy of labor pioneer Kate Mullany in honor of Women's History Month.

US HR210

Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day.

US HR1109

Recognizing the historic Woman Suffrage Procession of 1913 and honoring the courageous suffragists who fought tirelessly for women's right to vote.

US HR432

Supporting the goals and ideals of the month of May as Sex Ed For All Month: Equity and Access for All.

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