Sarah Keys Evans Congressional Gold Medal Act

Sarah Keys Evans Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Sarah Keys Evans in recognition of her achievements relating to the desegregation of passengers on interstate buses in the 1950s.

Bill 117 HR 5922, also known as the Sarah Keys Evans Congressional Gold Medal Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to award a Congressional Gold Medal to Sarah Keys Evans in recognition of her bravery and contributions to the civil rights movement. Sarah Keys Evans was a trailblazing African American woman who challenged segregation laws in the 1950s by refusing to give up her seat on a bus to a white Marine while traveling from Fort Dix, New Jersey to her home in Washington, D.C.

The bill highlights Sarah Keys Evans' courage and determination in standing up against racial discrimination and segregation, and acknowledges her role in paving the way for the civil rights movement. The Congressional Gold Medal is one of the highest civilian honors in the United States, and is awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to American society.

If passed, this bill would honor Sarah Keys Evans' legacy and serve as a reminder of the importance of standing up for equality and justice. It would also recognize the sacrifices and struggles of countless individuals who fought for civil rights and equality in the United States.