Recognizing the 90th anniversary of the National Council of Negro Women and honoring its historic legacy and continued service to the Nation.
Summary
House Resolution 968 recognizes the 90th anniversary of the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) and honors its legacy and service. The resolution acknowledges NCNW's founding by Mary McLeod Bethune in 1935 and its subsequent advocacy for racial justice, gender equality, and economic opportunity. It also highlights the leadership of Dr. Dorothy Irene Height and the organization's various programs and initiatives.
Expected Effects
This resolution formally acknowledges and celebrates the NCNW's contributions to American society. It serves as a symbolic gesture of support and recognition from the House of Representatives. The resolution does not enact any new laws or allocate funding but may influence public perception and encourage further engagement with the NCNW's mission.
Potential Benefits
- Acknowledges and celebrates the contributions of Black women to American society.
- Highlights the importance of racial justice, gender equality, and economic opportunity.
- Recognizes the NCNW's role as a leading national organization for social progress.
- Affirms the value of community-driven programs and volunteerism.
- Encourages Americans to support the NCNW's mission.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution is largely symbolic and does not have a direct material impact.
- It does not address specific policy issues or allocate resources to support the NCNW's work.
- Potential for political polarization if the resolution is viewed through a partisan lens.
- May be seen as insufficient action to address systemic inequalities.
- No mechanism to ensure the encouragement of all Americans to celebrate the NCNW translates into tangible support.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the spirit of the Constitution, particularly the principles of equality and justice. While it doesn't directly invoke any specific constitutional clauses, it supports the broader goals of promoting the general welfare and securing the blessings of liberty, as stated in the Preamble. The resolution also indirectly supports the First Amendment rights of assembly and petition by recognizing the NCNW's advocacy work.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).