Congressional Tribute to Constance Baker Motley Act of 2023

Congressional Tribute to Constance Baker Motley Act of 2023

This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Constance Baker Motley in recognition of her contributions and service to the United States in advancing civil rights as an attorney, elected official, and judge.

Bill 118 s 514, also known as the Congressional Tribute to Constance Baker Motley Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress to honor the life and legacy of Constance Baker Motley. Constance Baker Motley was a prominent civil rights activist and the first African American woman to serve as a federal judge.

The bill seeks to recognize and celebrate the contributions of Constance Baker Motley to the advancement of civil rights and equality in the United States. It aims to highlight her groundbreaking work as a lawyer, judge, and advocate for social justice.

If passed, the Congressional Tribute to Constance Baker Motley Act of 2023 would authorize the creation of a commemorative coin in honor of Constance Baker Motley. The coin would serve as a lasting tribute to her legacy and the impact she had on American society. Overall, this bill is a bipartisan effort to pay tribute to a trailblazing figure in American history and to ensure that her contributions are remembered and celebrated for generations to come.