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2025 ASSEMBLY JOINT RESOLUTION 151
March 19, 2026 - Introduced by Representatives
Haywood
,
Taylor
,
Moore Omokunde
,
Stubbs
,
Madison
,
Rivera-Wagner
,
Goodwin
,
Miresse
,
Sinicki
,
Udell
,
Stroud
,
Doyle
,
Kirsch
,
Prado
,
Fitzgerald
,
Roe
,
Snodgrass
,
Joers
,
Neubauer
,
Subeck
,
Ortiz-Velez
,
DeSmidt
,
Johnson
,
Palmeri
,
Clancy
,
Mayadev
and
Sheehan
, cosponsored by Senators
Drake
,
L. Johnson
,
Carpenter
,
Wall
,
Dassler-Alfheim
,
Larson
,
Ratcliff
,
Hesselbein
,
Spreitzer
,
Wirch
and
Roys
. Referred to Committee on Rules.
AJR151,1,1
1
Relating to:
proclaiming February 2026 as Black History Month.
AJR151,1,4
2
Whereas, Black History Month provides a deliberate opportunity to reflect on
3
the common humanity underlying all people and to raise awareness and foster
4
respect for the heritage and contributions of people of African descent; and
AJR151,1,10
5
Whereas, this year marks over 400 years since the arrival of enslaved Africans
6
in Virginia. The existence of Africans in North America can be traced back to 1525,
7
and through 1866, the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade is estimated to have ensnared
8
more than 12 million African people, with an estimated 10 million surviving the
9
unconscionable Middle Passage, landing in North America, the Caribbean, and
10
South America; and
AJR151,1,13
11
Whereas, Wisconsin history first references African descendants in a speech
12
given in 1725 by a chief of the Illinois Indians, in which he said, “a negro belonging
13
to Monsieur de Boisbriant” at Green Bay; and
AJR151,2,4
14
Whereas, on February 12, 1926, noted Harvard scholar and historian Dr.
1
Carter G. Woodson founded “Negro History Week,” and since then, the United
2
States has recognized first Negro History Week and then Black History Month and
3
celebrated the ethnic and racial diversity that enriches and strengthens our nation;
4
and
AJR151,2,9
5
Whereas, both enslaved and free people of African descent have participated
6
in every aspect of America’s effort to secure, protect, and advance the cause of
7
freedom and civil rights and have stories that are an inspiration to all citizens, that
8
reflect the triumph of the human spirit, and that offer the hopes of everyday people
9
to rise above both prejudice and circumstance and to build lives of dignity; and
AJR151,2,11
10
Whereas, people of African descent or African Americans have made
11
measurable differences in their respective industries, such as:
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12
1.
Lloyd Barbee — Lloyd Barbee was a dedicated civil rights leader and
13
attorney who served in the United States Navy during World War II and in the
14
Wisconsin State Assembly. Barbee played a pivotal role in the fight for
15
desegregation in Milwaukee's public schools. As the lead attorney in the landmark
16
case that challenged segregation, his efforts led to significant reforms in
17
educational equality. Barbee also served as the president of the Madison Branch
18
Chapter of the NAACP.
AJR151,2,23
19
2.
Marcia Coggs — Marcia Coggs broke barriers by becoming the first African
20
American woman elected to the Wisconsin State Legislature and the first Black
21
person to sit on the Joint Finance Committee. She championed social justice issues,
22
advocating for education, health care, and civil rights and leaving a lasting impact
23
on Wisconsin's political landscape.
AJR151,3,5
24
3.
Clinton Rose — Clinton Rose was a community leader in Milwaukee who
1
was the first Black resident elected to the Milwaukee County Board. He was known
2
for his work in fostering neighborhood development and youth programs alongside
3
his wife, Bernice. His legacy includes the establishment of the now-named Clinton
4
& Bernice Rose Park Community Center, a hub for community engagement and
5
youth activities.
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6
4.
Bernice Rose — Bernice Rose was instrumental in community activism in
7
Milwaukee and also served on the Milwaukee County Board. She focused on
8
empowering local residents through education and community programs,
9
significantly contributing to the well-being of the local neighborhoods.
AJR151,3,14
10
5.
Mark Sain — Mark Sain was a distinguished Milwaukee native whose life
11
and work made a lasting impact on public safety, education, and community
12
empowerment. He served 28 years with the Milwaukee Fire Department, rising
13
from firefighter to assistant chief, becoming only the second African American to
14
hold that role in the department’s history.
AJR151,3,19
15
6.
George Martin — George Martin was a pioneer in the environmental
16
justice movement in Wisconsin and internationally. George is recognized for his
17
commitment to peace activism and social justice. As a leader in various anti-war
18
movements and environmental causes, he worked tirelessly to promote equity and
19
global peace initiatives.
AJR151,3,24
20
7.
Bob Mann — Bob Mann was a trailblazing sports figure and educator in
21
Wisconsin. His accomplishments include breaking racial barriers in professional
22
football by becoming the first Black player to play a regular season game for the
23
Packers. He served the rest of his life advocating for equal opportunities in athletics
24
and education.
AJR151,4,7
1
8.
Malcolm X — Malcolm X was a legendary civil rights advocate. Wisconsin
2
holds unique ties to his influence, particularly through the visits he made to
3
Milwaukee in the 1960s, where he spoke to local communities about racial injustice
4
and inspired grassroots organizing in the state. In December 1926, Malcolm’s
5
family moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where his younger brother Reginald was
6
born. The family lived on West Galena Street on Milwaukee’s North Side; now,
7
therefore, be it
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8
Resolved by the
assembly
, the
senate
concurring, That
the Wisconsin
9
Legislature recognizes February 2026 as Black History Month and extends
10
appreciation to the above-named persons for their contributions to the state of
11
Wisconsin, the country, and their fellow citizens.
AJR151,4,12
12
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