H.Con.Res. 277 · 109th Congress

Designating the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum in Kansas City, Missouri, as America's National Negro Leagues Baseball Museum.

Stage
In committee
Introduced
2005-10-26
Latest action
2005-10-31 · Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks.

Summary

Designates the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum in Kansas City, Missouri, as America's National Negro Leagues Baseball Museum.

Expresses support for the Museum in its efforts to recognize and preserve the history of the Negro Leagues and the impact of segregation on our nation.

Commends the ongoing development and visibility of the Power Alley educational outreach program for teachers and students sponsored by the Museum.

Encourages present and future generations to understand the sensitive issues surrounding the Negro Leagues, how they helped shape our nation and Major League Baseball, and how the sacrifices made by the players helped make baseball America's national pastime.