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Public Law 98–82
To designate September 26, 1983, as “National Historically Black Colleges Day”.
Approved August 23, 1983
Statutory text
Joint Resolution
To designate September 26, 1983, as “National Historically Black Colleges Day”.
Whereas there are one hundred and three historically black colleges and universities in the United States; and
Whereas they are providing the quality education so essential to full participation in our complex, highly technological society; and Whereas black colleges and universities have a rich heritage and have played a prominent role in American history; and
Whereas these institutions have allowed many underprivileged students to attain their full potential through higher education; and Whereas the achievements and goals of these historically black colleges are deserving of national recognition: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United Staters of America in Congress assembled,
That September 26, 1983,
National Historically Black Colleges Day.
is designated as “National Historically Black Colleges Day” and the President of the United States is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States and interested groups to observe that day by engaging in appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs, thereby showing their support of historically black colleges and universities in the United States.
Approved August 23, 1983.