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H.R.671: To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the Freedom Riders, collectively, in recognition of their unique contribution to Civil Rights, which inspired a revolutionary movement for equality in interstate travel.
About This Bill
- Introduced Feb. 3, 2015
- Latest Major Action Feb. 3, 2015
- See the four similar bills introduced in other congresses.
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Bill Cosponsors
142 (129 Democrats, 13 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to the Freedom Riders in recognition of their contribution to civil rights, which inspired a movement to equality in interstate travel. Requires such medal to be given to the Smithsonian Institution to be available for display and research. Expresses the sense of Congress that the medal...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Feb. 3, 2015 |
Referred to House Administration
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Feb. 3, 2015 |
Referred to House Financial Services
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Feb. 3, 2015 |
Introduced in the House by Hank Johnson (D-Ga.) |