Maryland U.S. Congressman Kweisi Mfume and Senator Ben Cardin have introduced the National Council on African American History and Culture Act of 2022 in their respective chambers. The legislation would create a 12-person council to advise the National Endowment for the Humanities on how to best amplify the work of Black creators. It would also strengthen teaching and learning in schools to ensure Black history and culture is recognized and provide resources dedicated to preserving Black history.