Dwight Evans (D-PA)
Recognizing the desegregation efforts at Girard College in Philadelphia, and the leaders involved in African-American integration and civil rights expansion.
A Democratic resolution with 8 Democratic cosponsors · See all 8 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution recognizes the desegregation efforts that took place at Girard College in Philadelphia. It acknowledges the specific leaders who participated in the African-American integration and civil rights expansion movements. The text details the legal battles and protests used to challenge discriminatory admissions practices at the college. It also highlights the contributions of individuals like Cecil B. Moore and the involvement of the NAACP. Ultimately, the House of Representatives aims to honor these historical milestones and the leaders involved.
Yes· 3 of 7
- Scored +6
Would Black Americans be better off under this?
The resolution explicitly recognizes the desegregation efforts and leadership of African-Americans in the civil rights movement.
- Scored +5
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?
The resolution honors the historical desegregation of Girard College and the role of African-American leaders in fighting racial discrimination.
- Scored +4
Would students be better off under this?
The resolution recognizes the need to continue protecting the civil rights of students in higher education.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of historical efforts: The resolution recognizes the importance of desegregation efforts at Girard College and the leaders who supported local and national civil rights movements (Resolution Clause 1).
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Uplifting history: The resolution seeks to recognize and uplift ongoing efforts that highlight African-American stories and history (Resolution Clause 2).
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Protection of student rights: The resolution recognizes the need to continue protecting the civil rights of students and maintaining diversity at colleges and universities across the country (Resolution Clause 3).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are identified in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The resolution explicitly recognizes the desegregation efforts and leadership of African-Americans in the civil rights movement. Would students be better off under this? — The resolution recognizes the need to continue protecting the civil rights of students in higher education. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The resolution commemorates the legal battle for access to education that impacted poor students.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution honors the historical desegregation of Girard College and the role of African-American leaders in fighting racial discrimination. Does this protect the right to vote? — The text mentions Cecil B. Moore's commitment to expanding voting rights for African-Americans. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The bill discusses the historical struggle for access to educational institutions originally intended for poor orphans.
- Education And Technology
- Does this make college cost less? — The resolution highlights the historical struggle for African-American access to educational institutions like Girard College.
- 2/23/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- 8 Cosponsors added.
Joyce BeattyDemocrat · Ohio
Brendan BoyleDemocrat · Pennsylvania
Emanuel CleaverDemocrat · Missouri
Danny DavisDemocrat · Illinois
Glenn IveyDemocrat · Maryland
Henry JohnsonDemocrat · Georgia
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Bennie ThompsonDemocrat · Mississippi