Bills of Congress by U.S. Congress

Original Resolution Honoring Alpha Phi Alpha

Summary

This House Resolution honors Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. on its 118th anniversary. It recognizes the fraternity's history, mission, and contributions to the African-American community and the nation. The resolution highlights the fraternity's commitment to leadership development, academic excellence, service, and advocacy.

Expected Effects

The resolution formally acknowledges the fraternity's positive impact. It serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the House of Representatives. The resolution does not create any new laws or policies.

Potential Benefits

  • Recognizes the contributions of Alpha Phi Alpha to civil rights and social justice.
  • Acknowledges the fraternity's role in developing leaders in various fields.
  • Highlights the fraternity's commitment to education and community service.
  • Affirms the importance of brotherhood and academic excellence.
  • Provides positive recognition for an organization that has historically served the African-American community.

Potential Disadvantages

  • The resolution is largely symbolic and has no direct legal or financial impact.
  • It may be perceived as focusing on a specific organization rather than addressing broader issues.
  • There are no apparent disadvantages to the American people.

Constitutional Alignment

This resolution appears to align with the spirit of the First Amendment, which protects the right to assemble and petition the government. While the resolution itself doesn't directly implicate any specific constitutional provision, it acknowledges the positive contributions of an organization that advocates for civil rights and social justice, aligning with the broader principles of equality and freedom.

Impact Assessment: Things You Care About

This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).