Michigan legislation · 103rd Legislature
Michigan SR96: A resolution to recognize February 2026 as Black History Month.
Status: Passed both chambers, February 11, 2026
What the bill says
A resolution to recognize February 2026 as Black History Month.
From the enrolled text, February 11, 2026:
A resolution to recognize February 2026 as Black History Month. Whereas, The origins of Black History Month began as a concept in 1915, and in earnest in 1924 when Dr. Carter G. Woodson, through his beloved Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., created Negro History and Literature Week in the United States. Since 1976, every United States President has adopted the month of February as Black History Month, an annual celebration of African-American achievements and roles in our history; and Whereas, As a result of growing awareness of Black identity and the contributions of the Civil Rights Movement, Black History Month is a time to reflect on the burdens of racial prejudice and to explore, understand, and appreciate the identities and cultures across and within the African diaspora; and Whereas, This year marks the 100th anniversary of Black History Month, during which we honor a century of recognition and the continued significance of Black history today; and Whereas, We pay tribute to, not only the many African-American historical figures in our nation?s history, but also the hidden figures that have contributed to American ingenuity and innovation throughout the existence of this great nation, the celebration of which has evolved into a month-long celebration of Black progress and power; and Whereas, President Gerald R. Ford officially recognized Black History Month in 1976, …
Sponsors
- Anthony, Sarah (D, 21) · primary sponsor
- Brinks, Winnie (D, 29)
- Cavanagh, Mary (D, 6)
- Cherry, John (D, 27)
- Geiss, Erika (D, 1)
- Moss, Jeremy (D, 7)
- Polehanki, Dayna (D, 5)
- Wojno, Paul (D, 10)
Latest actions
- : ADOPTED
- : RULES SUSPENDED
- : INTRODUCED BY SENATOR SARAH ANTHONY
Common questions
- What is SR96?
- SR96 is a bill in the Michigan Legislature (103rd Legislature): A resolution to recognize February 2026 as Black History Month.
- What does SR96 do?
- In its own words: A resolution to recognize February 2026 as Black History Month.
- What is the status of SR96?
- Passed both chambers as of February 11, 2026. Latest action: ADOPTED (February 11, 2026).
- Who sponsored SR96?
- Anthony, Sarah (D, 21), with 7 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for SR96?
- On the Michigan Legislature website: https://www.legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2026-SR-0096
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