African American Civil Rights Network Act of 2017

Bill 115 hr 1927, also known as the African American Civil Rights Network Act of 2017, was introduced in the 115th Congress on March 27, 2017 by Representative Lacy Clay of Missouri. The purpose of this bill is to establish the African American Civil Rights Network within the National Park Service in order to recognize, preserve, and interpret the history of the African American civil rights movement.

The bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to identify sites, stories, and events related to the African American civil rights movement for inclusion in the network. It also establishes a grant program to provide funding for the preservation and interpretation of these sites.

Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary of the Interior to develop a comprehensive plan for the network, including strategies for public education and outreach. The plan must also include recommendations for coordinating with other federal agencies, state and local governments, and private organizations. Overall, the African American Civil Rights Network Act of 2017 aims to ensure that the history of the African American civil rights movement is properly recognized and preserved for future generations. It highlights the importance of these historic sites and events in shaping the history of the United States and promoting a greater understanding of the struggle for civil rights.