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US S4732

US S4732
Enslaved Voyages Memorial Act


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Introduced
08/02/2022
In Committee
08/02/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To authorize the Georgetown African American Historic Landmark Project and Tour to establish a commemora- tive work in the District of Columbia and its environs, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, the Enslaved Voyages Memorial Act, authorizes the Georgetown African American Historic Landmark Project and Tour to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs to honor the enslaved individuals, known or unknown, who endured the Middle Passage. The establishment of the memorial must comply with the Commemorative Works Act, and no federal funds may be used for its creation. The Georgetown African American Historic Landmark Project and Tour will be responsible for accepting contributions and paying the expenses for the memorial. Any excess funds will be deposited with the Secretary of the Interior or the National Park Foundation for future memorials.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Hearings held. (on 12/01/2022)

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