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ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES57th Legislature, 2nd Regular Session |
House: GOV DP 7-0-0-0 |
HB 2062: Buffalo Soldiers Arizona territory monument
Sponsor: Representative Blackman
Caucus & COW
Overview
Permits a memorial dedicated to the Arizona Buffalo Soldiers in Wesley Bolin Plaza.
History
Congress established six all-black regiments in 1866 to help rebuild the United States (U.S.) after the Civil War. The name Buffalo Soldiers originated with the 10th Cavalry, referring to the buffalo's fierce fighting nature. The nickname became known with all African-American regiments formed in 1866. Buffalo Soldiers regiments continued to serve the U.S. Army until the disbandment of the 27th Cavalry in 1951 (National Park Service).
Buffalo Soldiers were credited with helping expand and map the West, telegraph lines and escort settlers. Fort Huachuca, located in Sierra Vista, Arizona, was the home of every regiment of the original Buffalo Soldiers at one point in time. Governor Hobbs proclaimed July 28, 2024, Buffalo Soldiers Day (Greater Southern Arizona Area Chapter).
Provisions
1. Authorizes a memorial dedicated to the commemoration of Buffalo Soldiers in Wesley Bolin Plaza. (Sec. 1)
2. Names the memorial as the Buffalo Soldiers Arizona territory monument. (Sec. 1)
3. Specifies that the procedures in statute relating to monuments and memorials apply to the establishment of the memorial. (Sec. 1)
4. Asserts that all funding and contracts related to the memorial are the proponents' sole responsibility. (Sec. 1)
5. Prohibits the use of public monies for the cost of the memorial and the state from facilitating fundraising for the deposit of the monies. (Sec. 1)
6. Repeals the legislation on September 30, 2027. (Sec 1.)
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