H.R. 1247 · 118th Congress
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.
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Hank Johnson
- Introduced
- 2023-02-28
- Latest action
- 2023-02-28 · Introduced in House
Subjects
Congressional tributes
Racial and ethnic relations
U.S. history
Civil rights and liberties, minority issues
Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers
Protest and dissent
Travel and tourism
Smithsonian Institution