Recognizing the historical significance of the Clotilda, condemning the United States role in the Atlantic slave trade, and acknowledging its lasting impact on African Americans.

This resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 26, 2026, and sent to two committees for review: Foreign Affairs and House Administration. For it to move forward, either committee would need to consider and approve it. As a House Resolution, it only needs to pass the House, not the Senate, and does not require the President's signature to take effect as an expression of the House's views.

If passed, this resolution would serve as an official statement from the House of Representatives, formally acknowledging the last known illegal arrival of enslaved Africans on the ship Clotilda and its lasting impact on their descendants. It would also formally condemn the United States' historical participation in the Atlantic slave trade through its institutions. Additionally, it encourages the Architect of the Capitol to consider creating a memorial within the Capitol Grounds to honor the Clotilda story and all victims of the slave trade.

This type of resolution, while not creating new laws, aims to formally acknowledge historical injustices. Those in favor emphasize its importance for public education, reconciliation, and providing a voice to historically marginalized communities. Concerns often revolve around whether such symbolic actions are sufficient to address complex historical harms.