What This Bill Does
This resolution expresses the Senate's support for naming February 1, 2023, as "George Washington Carver Day." The resolution celebrates and honors the legacy and contributions of George Washington Carver to the United States.
Who It Affects
This resolution does not create requirements or obligations for any specific people, businesses or agencies. It is a statement of support by the Senate.
Key Provisions
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118TH CONGRESS
1ST SESSION
S. RES. 70
Expressing support for the designation of February 1, 2023, as ‘‘George
Washington Carver Day’’.
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
FEBRUARY 15, 2023
Ms. ERNST (for herself, Mr. GRASSLEY, Mr. TUBERVILLE, Mrs. BRITT, and
Mr. WARNOCK) submitted the following resolution; which was considered
and agreed to
RESOLUTION
Expressing support for the designation of February 1, 2023,
as ‘‘George Washington Carver Day’’.
Whereas George Washington Carver was one of the greatest
agricultural scientists and humanitarians in the United
States in the 20th century;
Whereas George Washington Carver was born enslaved in
Missouri circa 1864 and eventually pursued higher edu-
cation at Simpson College in Iowa;
Whereas George Washington Carver was the first Black stu-
dent and first Black faculty member at Iowa State Uni-
versity and later earned international renown at
Tuskegee University in Alabama where he served as a
faculty member for more than 45 years and as Agricul-
tural Director;
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Whereas George Washington Carver gained an international
reputation for his research, teaching, and outreach and
created hundreds of agricultural products, including new
varieties of peanuts, soybeans, sweet potatoes, and other
crops; and
Whereas the humanitarian efforts of George Washington
Carver changed the lives of countless farmers and fami-
lies in poverty: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the Senate supports the designation
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of February 1, 2023, as ‘‘George Washington Carver
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Day’’ to celebrate and commemorate the enduring legacy
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and contributions of George Washington Carver to the
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United States.
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