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H 3370

Gullah

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Hamilton Grant and 3 co-sponsors

H 3370 - Gullah OverviewBill Number: H 3370 Title: Gullah Status: Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Rivers Introduced: February 27, 2025 Purpose and IntentThe purpose of

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Bill Summary · H 3370

H 3370 - Gullah

Overview

Bill Number: H 3370
Title: Gullah
Status: Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Rivers
Introduced: February 27, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The purpose of this bill is to formally recognize and preserve the Gullah Geechee cultural heritage and language. The Gullah Geechee people are descendants of enslaved Africans who developed a distinct creole language and culture in the coastal regions of South Carolina, Georgia, North Carolina, and Florida. This legislation aims to protect and promote the Gullah Geechee community's unique identity, traditions, and way of life.

Key Provisions

  • Establishes the Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor as a National Heritage Area to conserve, interpret, and develop the historic, cultural, natural, and recreational resources related to the Gullah Geechee people.
  • Creates a Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor Commission to coordinate preservation and interpretation efforts across the four-state region.
  • Provides federal funding and grants to support the documentation, education, and promotion of Gullah Geechee language, arts, crafts, agriculture, and other cultural practices.
  • Requires federal agencies to consider the impact of their actions on the Gullah Geechee community and work to avoid or mitigate any adverse effects.
  • Directs the Department of Education to develop curriculum materials and teacher training programs focused on Gullah Geechee history and culture.

Affected Parties and Impacts

This bill would directly benefit the Gullah Geechee people living in the coastal regions of South Carolina, Georgia, North Carolina, and Florida. It would help preserve their unique cultural identity, language, and traditional way of life, which have been threatened by development, urbanization, and the loss of generational knowledge. The legislation would also benefit the broader public by promoting awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the Gullah Geechee heritage.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

H 3370 was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives on February 27, 2025. It has been referred to the House Natural Resources Committee for consideration. If passed by the House and Senate, and signed into law by the President, the bill would take effect immediately to establish the Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor and associated programs.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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