Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR1309

Introduced
6/18/24  

Caption

Continuing the promise of Juneteenth: honoring, preserving, and investing in freedmen's settlements.

Impact

The bill aims to address the socio-economic discrepancies that have historically affected freedmen's communities by fostering federal, state, and local collaboration to provide necessary resources. By advocating for funding geared towards development, preservation, and recognition of these communities, HR1309 holds the potential to improve living standards and infrastructure in areas long overlooked by mainstream investments. This is particularly crucial as many of these communities continue to struggle with poverty and environmental injustices.

Summary

HR1309 seeks to honor, preserve, and invest in the freedmen's settlements established by formerly enslaved African Americans. These settlements were created in response to racial violence and economic discrimination, forming safe havens that fostered community resilience. The bill acknowledges the historical significance of these settlements, embodying the principles of self-sufficiency and collective economics, and recognizes the challenges they have faced due to systemic racism and neglect, including environmental hazards and economic divestment.

Contention

While the bill has garnered support for its intentions, it may face contention from those concerned about the effectiveness of government intervention and whether such investments will lead to genuine change. Critics could argue about the feasibility of preserving these historic settlements amid urban development pressures. However, proponents assert that recognizing and uplifting these communities is essential to rectifying historical injustices and fostering real equity in the distribution of federal resources and support.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HR173

Restoring the promise of freedom: honoring, preserving, and investing in Freedmen's Settlements.

US HB1704

RESTORE Act Revitalizing and Empowering Freedom Settlements Through Opportunity, Resilience, and Education Act

US HR1308

Recognizing June 19, 2024, as this year's observance of the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day.

US HR505

Recognizing June 19, 2023, as this year's observance of the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day.

US SR756

A resolution designating June 19, 2024, as "Juneteenth Independence Day" in recognition of June 19, 1865, the date on which news of the end of slavery reached the slaves in the Southwestern States.

US HR1396

Recognizing a half century of the independence of the Republic of Cabo Verde and celebrating the contributions of Cabo Verdean-Americans to democracy in Cabo Verde and the United States.

US HR414

Recognizing that the United States has a moral and legal obligation to provide reparations for the enslavement of Africans and its lasting harm on the lives of millions of Black people in the United States.

US SR776

A resolution recognizing the 49th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Cabo Verde and celebrating the contributions of Cabo Verdean-Americans to democracy in Cabo Verde and the United States.

US HB10190

Juneteenth Museum Act of 2024

US HR1286

Supporting the role of the United States in helping save the lives of children and protecting the health of people in low-income countries with vaccines and immunization through Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance ("Gavi").

Similar Bills

US HR173

Restoring the promise of freedom: honoring, preserving, and investing in Freedmen's Settlements.

US HB1704

RESTORE Act Revitalizing and Empowering Freedom Settlements Through Opportunity, Resilience, and Education Act

RI H5327

HOUSE RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING FEBRUARY 6TH, 2025, TO BE "NEW ENGLAND FREEDMEN'S AID SOCIETY DAY" IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

US HR21

Commemorating the life and legacy of Sojourner Truth.

DC CER25-0013

Black History Month Recognition Resolution of 2023

DC CER25-0174

Black History Month Recognition Resolution of 2024

DC CER26-0007

Black History Month Recognition Resolution of 2025

US HR414

Recognizing that the United States has a moral and legal obligation to provide reparations for the enslavement of Africans and its lasting harm on the lives of millions of Black people in the United States.