National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day

Official: A resolution designating February 16, 2026, as "National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day".

IntroducedFebruary 26, 2026

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Why This Matters

This resolution designates February 16, 2026, as National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day to honor her contributions to civil rights.

If you want to remember a pioneer for equality, mark February 16, 2026, as National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day.

Affects: This resolution affects Alaska Natives and anyone interested in civil rights and equality.

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.

What does this resolution do?

1. February 16, 2026, will be officially recognized as National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day. 2. Elizabeth Peratrovich was a key figure in the fight for civil rights for Alaska Natives. 3. The resolution encourages people to remember her contributions and the importance of equality. 4. Elizabeth's advocacy led to the first anti-discrimination law in the United States in 1945. 5. Alaska has celebrated Elizabeth Peratrovich Day since 1988 to honor her legacy.

Who is affected?

This resolution affects Alaska Natives and anyone interested in civil rights and equality.