This concurrent resolution aims to recognize the challenges, sacrifices, and patriotism of Black veterans throughout U.S. history. It highlights the discrimination and difficulties Black service members faced upon returning home, while emphasizing their heroic military service and contributions to the civil rights movement. The resolution seeks to honor Black veterans' dual fight for freedom abroad and equality at home, drawing connections between their military service and the broader struggle for civil rights in America.

What is the status of SCR23?

Introduced as of November 6, 2025.

Amendment

119th Congress

S.Con.Res.23

A concurrent resolution recognizing the difficult challenges Black veterans faced when returning home after serving in the Armed Forces, their heroic military sacrifices, and their patriotism in fighting for equal rights and for the dignity of a people and a Nation.

Introduced

Introduced in Senate · November 8, 2025

S. CON. RES. 23

November 6, 2025

Ms. Blunt Rochester submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs

CONCURRENT RESOLUTION

Recognizing the difficult challenges Black veterans faced when returning home after serving in the Armed Forces, their heroic military sacrifices, and their patriotism in fighting for equal rights and for the dignity of a people and a Nation.

(1) the difficult challenges Black veterans faced when returning home after serving in the Armed Forces, their heroic military sacrifices, and their patriotism in fighting for equal rights and for the dignity of a people and a Nation; and
(2) the need for the Department of Veterans Affairs to continue to work to eliminate any health and benefit disparities for minority veterans in the United States.

SCR23 U.S. Senate: A concurrent resolution recognizing the…