Bill
LR 54
A ceremonial resolution recognizing advocates who sought Marcus Garvey’s posthumous pardon and congratulating Garvey, his family, and descendants.
LR 54 formally acknowledges and commends the efforts of individuals and groups who have worked to gather and present evidence in support of Marcus Garvey’s posthumous pardon. It also offers formal congratulations to Garvey, his family, and his descendants on the clarified status of his pardon.
The resolution contains two primary purposes:
1. Recognition of effort: The Legislature recognizes the persistent work of advocates and researchers who seek to clear Garvey’s name through posthumous pardon efforts.
2. Congratulatory note: The Legislature extends congratulations to Marcus Garvey, his family, and his descendants on the posthumous pardon.
In addition, the text provides a brief historical context of Marcus Garvey’s life and activities, including:
- Founding the Universal Negro Improvement Association (UNIA) in 1914 and the movement toward Black self-reliance and a back-to-Africa orientation.
- Relocation to Harlem in 1916 and activities such as organizing the International Conference for the Negro Peoples of the World and creating the Black Star Line.
- Challenges to Garvey, including the Great Depression’s impact, alleged FBI sabotage via J. Edgar Hoover, a mail fraud prosecution, deportation, and his eventual death after strokes.
- The resolution’s assertion that Garvey received a posthumous pardon to restore respect for his ideas and undo hate.
LR 54 serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation and acknowledgment, recognizing the ongoing efforts to secure Garvey’s posthumous pardon and celebrating the restored respect for his historical contributions and ideas. It does not amend statutes or authorize new programs, but it highlights a historical reevaluation and honors those who worked to advance this cause.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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