WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.) introduced a bill authorizing the formal designation of an African Diaspora Heritage Month recognizing and reaffirming the significant contributions of the African diaspora to the growth and prosperity of the United States. African diaspora communities typically celebrate the month in September.
“Delaware and our nation are thankful for the indelible contributions of the African diaspora,” said Senator Coons. “I am proud to have worked with my colleagues to introduce a resolution to designate an African Diaspora Heritage Month and to recognize the cultural, social, and economic impact of the global African diaspora on Delaware and America.”
In addition to Senator Coons, the bill is cosponsored by Senators Tim Kaine (D-Va.), Mark R. Warner (D-Va.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Ben Cardin (D-Md.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.).
Senator Coons is a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.