CER26-0091 • 2025

Million Man March 30th Anniversary Recognition Resolution of 2025

Enacted

This bill passed the Legislature and reached final enactment based on the latest official action.

Sponsor: Felder
Last action: 2025-10-31
Official status: Approved
Effective date: Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official source does not provide specific details about the resolution's effects on civic participation, voter registration, and community development initiatives beyond acknowledging their existence.

Million Man March Anniversary Recognition

This resolution honors the 30th anniversary of the Million Man March, a historic event for unity and social justice that took place in Washington D.C. in 1995.

What This Bill Does

Honors the 30th anniversary of the Million Man March.
Recognizes the importance of the Million Man March as a symbol of unity and responsibility among Black communities.
Commends the legacy of social justice that the Million Man March represents.

Who It Names or Affects

The people who participated in or were inspired by the Million Man March.
Residents of Washington D.C. as the resolution is enacted by the District's Council.

Terms To Know

Million Man March: A large peaceful gathering on October 16, 1995, in Washington D.C., where thousands of Black men came together for unity and social justice.

Limits and Unknowns

This resolution is ceremonial and does not have legal effects.
It only recognizes an event from the past and its legacy, without funding or creating new programs.

Bill History

2025-10-31 Council of the District of Columbia LIMS
Resolution ACR26-0089, Effective from Oct 07, 2025 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 011995
2025-10-07 Council of the District of Columbia LIMS
Retained by the Council
2025-10-07 Council of the District of Columbia LIMS
Legislative Meeting
2025-10-07 Council of the District of Columbia LIMS
Approved with Resolution Number ACR26-0089
2025-10-03 Council of the District of Columbia LIMS
CER26-0091 Introduced by Councilmember Felder at Office of the Secretary

Official Summary Text

Million Man March 30th Anniversary Recognition Resolution of 2025

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ENROLLED ORIGINAL
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A CEREMONIAL RESOLUTION

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IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

October 7, 2025

To honor and recognize the 30th Anniversary of the Million Man March, a historic demonstration
for unity, atonement, and responsibility that took place on the National Mall in the District
of Columbia on October 16, 1995.
WHEREAS, on October 16, 1995, thousands of Black men from across the United States
gathered peacefully on the National Mall for the Million Man March, one of the largest
demonstrations in American history;
WHEREAS, the Million Man March was organized chiefly by Minister Louis Farrakhan
with the aid of other leaders such as Benjamin Chavis Jr., the National African American
Leadership Summit, and other Grassroot organizers and Black Faith Leaders;
WHEREAS, the purpose of the Million Man March was to emphasize spiritual renewal,
family responsibility, community service, and social justice, inspiriting millions of individuals
nationwide to commit to personal and collective uplift;
WHEREAS, the District of Columbia served as the host city for this historic gathering,
which showcased the power of peaceful assembly and the enduring importance of the nation’s
capital as the center of civic expression;
WHEREAS, the March generated long-lasting impacts, including increased civic
participation, voter registration efforts, and community development initiatives that continue to
influence movements for racial and social justice today;
WHEREAS, 2025 marks the 30th anniversary of the Million Man March, providing an
opportunity for the District of Columbia to commemorate this defining moment in American
history, to reflect on its legacy and to honor the ongoing struggle for equality and justice; and
WHEREAS, the Council of the District of Columbia recognizes the Million Man March
as a milestone in the continuing pursuit of justice, unity, and empowerment for Black
communities in the District and nationwide.

ENROLLED ORIGINAL
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RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this
resolution may be cited as the “Million Man March 30th Anniversary Recognition Resolution of
2025.”
Sec.2. The Council of the District of Columbia honors and recognizes the 30th
Anniversary of the Million Man March and commends the legacy of unity, responsibility, and
commitment to social justice that it represents.
Sec. 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately.