Congressman Kweisi Mfume introduced the National Council on African American History and Culture Act to preserve Black history and culture.
Quiver AI Summary
Legislation introduced for African American history preservation: Congressman Kweisi Mfume announced the National Council on African American History and Culture Act of 2026 to create a council that advises the National Endowment for the Humanities on amplifying Black history and providing resources for its preservation. This initiative coincides with Black History Month 2026.
Support from congressional and community leaders: Senator Angela Alsobrooks co-sponsors the legislation, emphasizing the importance of protecting Black history against ongoing political challenges. Endorsed by the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture, the bill currently has 29 cosponsors.
Scope and objectives of the council: The proposed 12-member council will monitor museums, propose policies to celebrate Black contributions to the nation, and prepare annual reports for the NEH, aimed at enhancing the understanding of African American history and culture.
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Kweisi Mfume Fundraising
Kweisi Mfume recently disclosed $87.8K of fundraising in a Q4 FEC disclosure filed on January 30th, 2026. This was the 813th most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year. 71.5% came from individual donors.
Mfume disclosed $45.5K of spending. This was the 1052nd most from all Q4 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Mfume disclosed $748.0K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 474th most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year.
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Kweisi Mfume Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Kweisi Mfume is worth $1.1M, as of February 13th, 2026. This is the 325th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Mfume has approximately $0 invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
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Kweisi Mfume Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Kweisi Mfume:
- H.R.7549: To establish a National Council on African American History and Culture within the National Endowment for the Humanities, and for other purposes.
- H.R.7265: Vote by Mail Tracking Act
- H.R.6467: National Museum of the Blind People’s Movement Act
- H.R.5278: Affordable Inhalers and Nebulizers Act of 2025
- H.R.4517: Jordan McNair Student Athlete Heat Fatality Prevention Act
- H.R.3498: Henrietta Lacks Congressional Gold Medal Act
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2026 Maryland's 7th Congressional District Election
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The rating for this race is currently "Solid D".
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