Bill > S728

This bill establishes the African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center in New York City, located at the existing African Burial Ground National Monument, which contains the remains of up to 20,000 enslaved Africans and early-generation African Americans from the colonial era. The museum will serve as a permanent living memorial to enslaved individuals, examining African cultural traditions, exploring the institution of slavery, and providing space for exhibits and artifact collections. The National Park Service will operate the museum in consultation with an advisory council composed of representatives from various government agencies, local officials, and appointed members. The museum aims to collaborate with other institutions like the National Museum of African American History and Culture and will focus on preserving and interpreting the history of slavery. The bill authorizes $15 million for fiscal year 2025 and subsequent necessary funding, with the ability to raise additional private funds. The museum will have a director and staff appointed by the Secretary of the Interior, and its purpose is to provide a comprehensive educational experience that honors the legacy of enslaved individuals and promotes understanding of their historical significance.

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