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2024
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CONGRESSIONAL BLACK ASSOCIATES STATEMENT ON THE THIRD ANNIVERSARY OF THE JANUARY 6TH INSURRECTION
1/6/24
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, the Congressional Black Associates (CBA) released the following statement on the third anniversary of the January 6th Insurrection:
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CONGRESSIONAL BLACK ASSOCIATES STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF GEREMIAH LOFTON
1/29/24
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, the Congressional Black Associates (CBA) released the following statement on the passing of CBA Member Geremiah Lofton:
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CONGRESSIONAL BLACK ASSOCIATES STATEMENT IN HONOR OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH
2/1/24
WASHINGTON, DC - On the first day of Black History Month, the Congressional Black Associates (CBA) released the following statement:
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TRI-CAUCUS STAFF ASSOCIATIONS JOINT STATEMENT ON THE DISSOLUTION OF THE HOUSE OFFICE OF DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
3/25/24
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Following the passage of the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024, the Tri-Caucus Staff Associations, composed of the Congressional Black Associates (CBA), the Congressional Asian Pacific American Staff Association (CAPASA), the Congressional Hispanic Staff Association (CHSA), and the Senate Black Legislative Staff Caucus (SBLSC) released the following statement:
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CONGRESSIONAL BLACK ASSOCIATES STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF CONGRESSMAN DONALD PAYNE JR.
4/25/24
WASHINGTON, DC - Following the passing of Congressman Donald Payne Jr., the Congressional Black Associates (CBA) released the following statement:
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CONGRESSIONAL BLACK ASSOCIATED STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF CONGRESSWOMAN SHELIA JACKSON LEE
7/20/24
WASHINGTON, DC - Following the passing of Congresswoman Shelia Jackson Lee, the Congressional Black Associates (CBA) released the following statement:
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Congressional Black Associates Statement on the Two-Year Anniversary of January 6
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, the Congressional Black Associates released the following statement on the assault that took place on our Capitol building yesterday…
Congressional Black Associates Statement Condemning Assault on United States Capitol
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the Congressional Black Associates released the following statement on the assault that took place on our Capitol building yesterday…
CBA and SBLSC Associates Launches Task Force on Racial Injustice and Reform
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, the Congressional Black Associates (CBA) along with the Senate Black Staff Legislative Caucus (SBLSC) unveiled the Black Congressional Staff Task Forceon Racial Justice and Reform, a staff-led task force designed to empower black staff to push the policy priorities of the black community by ensuring there is a meaningful congressional response to racial injustice…
CBA Statement on Senator-elect Warnock’s Historic Win
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, the Congressional Black Associates released the following statement on the historic win of Senator-elect Raphael Warnock who will become the first Black Senator to represent the State of Georgia…
Angela Rye Remarks During Webinar with the Congressional Black Associates
WASHINGTON, DC - On Thursday, June 4, the Congressional Black Caucus spoke with Angela Rye. Below are brief experts of her remarks during the webinar. To watch the full webinar, go here.
The Congressional Black Associates Statement On Civil Rights Titan, Powerful Legislator, and Moral Figure John Lewis
WASHINGTON, DC - “Today we woke up with heavy hearts and unbelievable grief at the news that Rep. John Lewis passed away. This nation has lost an American hero, while the halls of Congress has lost a part of its moral conscience and a towering legislator.”
The Congressional Black Associates Executive Board Kicks-Off its 40-Year Anniversary with Bold Changes, Introductory Events, Community Service
WASHINGTON, DC - This month, the newly-elected Executive Board (E-Board) of the Congressional Black Associates (CBA) began marking 40 years of enhancing the professional, social and economic capabilities of Black staffers on Capitol Hill. To kick off 2020, the CBA had its first general body meeting, community service events and was hosted by the Electronic Software Association (ESA) for a welcome reception…
Statement on Black History Month 2020
“Since 1976, the United States has connoted the month of February as Black History Month and celebrated the overwhelming contributions of African Americans to this country, democracy, and freedom. This month, CBA is proud to join in honoring the movement-starters, chain-breakers, and freedom fighters that paved and continue to pave the way for all of us.”
The Congressional Black Associates is Hosted for its 13th Annual Trailblazer Awards
WASHINGTON, DC - On Thursday, February 27, 2019, the Congressional Black Associates gathered to honor current and former Members of Congress and congressional staffers during the 13th Annual Trailblazer’s Awards hosted by Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck.
The Congressional Black Associates Statement on Women’s History Month
WASHINGTON, DC - “The Congressional Black Associates joins in celebrating Women’s History Month 2020. Since this country’s inception, Black women have paved the way and contributed greatly to the betterment of America, leading movements that advanced equality and justice for all.
The Congressional Black Associates Honors Black History Month by Commemorating Black Trailblazers on Capitol Hill
WASHINGTON, DC - The Congressional Black Associates marked this years’ Black History Month by continuing to deliver on programming that underscored the influence of Black Members and staffers on Hill.
CBA Remembers and Pays Homage to Chairman Elijah Cummings
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, the Congressional Black Associates remember and pay homage to the Honorable Elijah Cummings. Chairman Cummings was the embodiment of fighting for what you believe in while leading with integrity. During his time in Congress, he inspired everyone he encountered, especially young black congressional staffers…
SBLSC, CBA and AAMH Presents: Black Men’s Symposium: Navigating Complex Challenges and Overcoming Adversity
WASHINGTON, DC - On May 29,2019, Senate Black Legislative Staff Caucus, the Congressional Black Associates (CBA), and AAMH, hosted the Black Men’s Symposium: Navigating Complex Challenges and Overcoming Adversity…
CBA and LGBT CSA Celebrate DC Black Pride Weekend and National Pride Month
WASHINGTON, DC - In celebration of DC Black Pride Weekend and National Pride Month, the Congressional Black Associates (CBA) and the LGBT Congressional Staff Association (LGBT CSA) would like to recognize the contributions of black members in the U.S. House of Representatives LGBT community and express our continued support for the goal to make all spaces on the Hill accessible to every person, regardless of sexual orientation and gender identity…
