Washington, Feb. 13 -- Representative Kweisi Mfume issued the following press release:
Yesterday, in recognition of Black History Month 2026, Congressman Kweisi Mfume (MD-07) announced the introduction of his National Council on African American History and Culture Act of 2026 in the United States House of Representatives.
This legislation will create a 12-person National Council on African American History and Culture to advise the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) on how they can best amplify the work of Black creators, strengthen teaching and learning in schools to ensure Black history and culture is recognized and appreciated, and provide critical resources dedicated to preserving African American history.
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