This resolution designates February 16, 2026, as National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day in honor of the Tlingit civil rights leader who pushed Alaska's Anti-Discrimination Act of 1945 — the first anti-discrimination law in U.S. history — through the territorial legislature. Born in 1911 in Petersburg, Alaska, Peratrovich spent years traveling the territory rallying Alaska Natives and testified powerfully before lawmakers. The Senate calls on Americans to remember her work and continue advancing equality for Alaska Natives and Native Americans. The resolution is purely commemorative and carries no funding or legal effect.
Congressional Summary
This resolution designates February 16, 2026, as National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day. It also encourages the people of the United States and Members of Congress to commemorate the life and civil rights advocacy of Elizabeth Wanamaker Peratrovich by continuing the important work of ensuring equality for Alaska Natives and Native Americans.
Legislative Subjects
Details
- Congress
- 119th
- Chamber
- Senate
- Status
- summarized
- Action
- Introduced in Senate
- Action Date
- 2026-02-26
- Date Added
- 2026-04-27
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