# Congressional Black Caucus Foundation legislative conference

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/congressional-black-caucus-foundation-legislative-conference
> Updated: 2026-09-20T00:00:00.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2.

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) held its annual legislative conference in Washington, D.C. The event, which marked a milestone anniversary, included over 100 specialized forums involving lawmakers, civil rights advocates, and student leaders to address economic and social issues facing Black communities.

During the proceedings, the conference featured a ‘Day of Healing Prayer Breakfast’ focused on spiritual restoration and prayerful resistance. Keynote speaker Rev. Dr. George L. Parks Jr. addressed the national climate, emphasizing the importance of service and standing against inequality. CBCF President Nicole Austin-Hillery stated the conference theme, ‘Rooted, Ready and Rising,’ was intended to empower participants in their ongoing community work.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-20: Congressional Black Caucus Foundation holds 55th Annual Legislative Conference

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation held its 55th Annual Legislative Conference, featuring a Day of Healing Prayer Breakfast focused on spiritual restoration and community leadership.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/congressional-black-caucus-foundation-holds-55th-annual-legislative-conference

### 2026-09-17: Congressional Black Caucus Foundation marks 50th anniversary

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation celebrates 50 years in D.C., while privacy concerns grow over Flock surveillance cameras and Donald Trump pressures the Federal Reserve to cut rates.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/congressional-black-caucus-foundation-marks-50th-anniversary

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