Bills · HRES 1086
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 1086Congress
Recognizing the historical significance of the Clotilda, condemning the United States role in the Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledging its lasting impact on African Americans.
INTRO FEB 26· LAST ACTION FEB 26
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- Non-binding
- Commemorative
LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis resolution matters because it provides a formal acknowledgment from a branch of the U.S. government about a dark chapter in American history: the transatlantic slave trade and its enduring impact. By specifically naming the Clotilda, it brings attention to a less-known but profoundly significant event—the illegal importation of enslaved people long after it was banned.
If this resolution passes, it signals a commitment by the House to recognize historical truths and the intergenerational trauma caused by slavery, which could foster dialogue about racial healing and justice. If it doesn't pass, it means the House hasn't formally taken this specific stance, potentially leaving some communities feeling unheard or their history unacknowledged by this legislative body.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Recognizes the 110 enslaved Africans aboard the Clotilda and acknowledges their descendants who have lived with the impacts of this crime.
This provision offers specific historical recognition to individuals and their lineage, validating their experiences and struggles.
PROVISION 02
Condemns the participation and facilitation by the United States, through its legal, political, and economic institutions, in the transatlantic slave trade.
This provision formalizes a moral judgment against the historical actions and systemic involvement of the U.S. government in slavery.
PROVISION 03
Affirms the cultural and historical importance of Africatown and the communities founded by the descendants of the Clotilda, urging their continued preservation.
This provision directly supports a specific community with unique ties to the Clotilda, promoting the maintenance of its cultural heritage.
PROVISION 04
Encourages the Architect of the Capitol to consider establishing a memorial within the United States Capitol Grounds to honor the Clotilda story and all victims of the Atlantic slave trade.
This provision suggests creating a visible, tangible symbol of remembrance and recognition in a prominent national location.
PROVISION 05
Recognizes the enduring legacy of the Atlantic slave trade and the harm it has inflicted on African Americans, including the disruption of families, communities, and cultural continuity.
This provision highlights the ongoing and systemic consequences of historical injustice, emphasizing its lasting impact on current generations.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSFEB 26
Submitted in House
FEB 26
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Resolution
NumberHRES 1086
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 26, 2026
Last actionFeb 26, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FOREIGN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 26, 2026
House Res.HRES 1086Congress
Recognizing the historical significance of the Clotilda, condemning the United States role in the Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledging its lasting impact on African Americans.
INTRODUCED FEB 26, 2026· LAST ACTION FEB 26, 2026
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READING
3 min
COSPONSORS
24
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