H.Res. 762 — Expressing support for the designation of September 23, 2025, as "Mary Church Terrell Day", and calling on Congress to recognize Mary Church Terrell's lasting contributions to the civil rights and women's rights movements.

H.Res. 762 — Expressing support for the designation of September 23, 2025, as "Mary Church Terrell Day", and calling on Congress to recognize Mary Church Terrell's lasting contributions to the civil rights and women's rights movements. | JustPolicyThe purpose of this resolution is to express support for the establishment of September 23, 2025, as "Mary Church Terrell Day." It aims to honor and recognize the significant contributions of Mary Church Terrell to the civil rights and women's rights movements in the United States. Key provisions of the resolution include a formal call for Congress to acknowledge Terrell's impact on society. It highlights her achievements, such as being one of the first African-American women to attend college, her role as an educator, and her activism against racial and gender discrimination.