This bill directs the President to designate a month each year as African Diaspora Heritage Month and calls on state, local, and civil authorities to observe it with appropriate programs and activities. The legislation recognizes the significant contributions of African immigrants and descendants of Africans in the United States, noting that the African diaspora population has grown nearly 246 percent since 2000 and contributes over $40 billion in annual spending power and approximately $10 billion in federal taxes. The bill highlights that members of the African diaspora are highly educated, maintain strong family and community values, and play a valuable role in strengthening economic and diplomatic ties between the United States and African nations. The bill does not authorize any new funding or establish a specific timeline beyond requiring annual presidential proclamations. The legislation was introduced in January 2024 by Senators Tim Kaine, John Cornyn, and Cory Booker.
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