This is a House resolution that officially recognizes and celebrates Black History Month 2026, with the theme 'A Century of Black History Commemorations.' Rather than creating new laws or policies, the resolution expresses the House of Representatives' support for honoring Black history and the contributions of African Americans throughout U.S. history. The resolution highlights specific historical figures and events—from the Emancipation Proclamation and Juneteenth to civil rights leaders like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Judge Frank M. Johnson—and recognizes both 'unsung souls' (Black Americans whose accomplishments have been overlooked) and 'righteous intercessors' (allies who fought for justice). It emphasizes that Black history commemorations are important because they counter attempts to erase or minimize Black contributions to American society. The resolution also acknowledges the work of Black scholars like Carter G. Woodson (founder of Negro History Week, the predecessor to Black History Month) and institutions like the Association for the Study of African American Life and History that have preserved and advanced the study of Black history. Essentially, this resolution calls on Americans to recognize and celebrate the full, truthful history of Black people in America and their foundational role in building the nation.