IV 
118TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 1473 
To condemn racism and bigotry towards Haitian people, to celebrate the 
vast contributions of people of Haitian descent to the United States, 
to condemn the spread of misinformation, and to call on Americans 
to affirm our shared humanity. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 
Mr. FROST (for himself, Ms. CLARKE of New York, Ms. PRESSLEY, and Mrs. 
CHERFILUS-MCCORMICK) submitted the following resolution; which was 
referred to the Committee on the Judiciary 
RESOLUTION 
To condemn racism and bigotry towards Haitian people, to 
celebrate the vast contributions of people of Haitian de-
scent to the United States, to condemn the spread of 
misinformation, and to call on Americans to affirm our 
shared humanity. 
Whereas food-based racialized epithets have been a prominent 
form of racism in America for hundreds of years; 
Whereas the debunked claims promoted by Senator James 
David Vance and former President Donald Trump about 
Haitians or people of Haitian descent have been declared 
baseless by law enforcement and government officials; 
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•HRES 1473 IH 
Whereas spreading false stories about Haitians or people of 
Haitian descent divides communities by stoking fear 
amongst communities; 
Whereas recent racist tropes and misinformation, including 
fabricated stories about Haitians or people of Haitian de-
scent, have contributed to a hostile environment for Hai-
tians or people of Haitian descent; 
Whereas the spread of fictitious stories dehumanizes people 
and puts communities in immediate physical danger; 
Whereas over 30 bomb threats and the threat of a mass 
shooting have been made in Springfield, Ohio, since the 
spread of baseless and racist stories about Haitians or 
people of Haitian descent; 
Whereas the United States and Haiti share a history of fight-
ing for independence and have been allies for over two 
centuries; 
Whereas Haitian Americans and their descendants have made 
significant contributions to the advancement of American 
society, including but not limited to: Jean Baptiste Point 
du Sable, founder of Chicago; Pierre Toussiant, philan-
thropist and candidate for sainthood; W.E.B. Dubois, 
civil rights activist and scholar; and countless others; and 
Whereas the United States has a long history of benefitting 
from the prevalence of Haitian doctors, nurses, and 
healthcare workers providing essential services and care; 
Haitian educators and scholars who have enriched Amer-
ican academia and inspired countless students; Haitian 
artists, musicians, and writers who have greatly influ-
enced American culture, bringing unique perspectives and 
creativity; and Haitian community, advocating for social 
justice and the rights of everyone; Now, therefore, be it 
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•HRES 1473 IH 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) recognizes and celebrates the significant 
contributions of Haitian Americans and people of 
Haitian descent to the United States; 
(2) strongly condemns and denounces all forms 
of discrimination, including racism, xenophobia, and 
bigotry, towards Haitian people; 
(3) calls on all Americans to reject racist tropes 
and speak out against misinformation; 
(4) recognizes and celebrates the significant 
contributions of Haitian Americans and people of 
Haitian descent to the United States; and 
(5) strongly urges elected officials and commu-
nity leaders to promote inclusivity, engage in respon-
sible, honest, communication, and affirm humanity 
for all ethnic and national groups. 
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