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To direct the Secretary of the Interior to install a plaque at the peak of Ram Head in the Virgin Islands National Park on St. John, United States Virgin Islands, to commemorate the slave rebellion that began on St. John in 1733.

4/17/2024, 11:45 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7496

Bill 117 hr 7496, also known as the Ram Head Plaque Installation Act, is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to direct the Secretary of the Interior to install a plaque at the peak of Ram Head in the Virgin Islands National Park on St. John, United States Virgin Islands. The plaque would commemorate the slave rebellion that began on St. John in 1733.

The bill seeks to recognize and honor the historical significance of the slave rebellion that took place on the island over two centuries ago. The rebellion, which began on November 23, 1733, was one of the earliest and most significant uprisings of enslaved Africans in the Americas. The rebels successfully overthrew their oppressors and established a short-lived free society before ultimately being defeated by French and Danish forces.

By installing a plaque at the peak of Ram Head, the bill aims to ensure that the memory of the brave individuals who fought for their freedom during the rebellion is preserved and honored for future generations. The plaque would serve as a reminder of the resilience and courage of those who stood up against the injustices of slavery. Overall, the Ram Head Plaque Installation Act seeks to acknowledge and commemorate an important chapter in the history of St. John and the United States Virgin Islands, highlighting the struggles and triumphs of those who fought for their freedom.

Congressional Summary of HR 7496

This bill directs the Department of the Interior to install, in an appropriate location in the area of the Ram Head trail at the peak of Ram Head in the Virgin Islands National Park on St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands, a suitable plaque to commemorate the slave rebellion that began on St. John on November 23, 1733.

Current Status of Bill HR 7496

Bill HR 7496 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since December 13, 2022. Bill HR 7496 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 11, 2022.  Bill HR 7496's most recent activity was Received in the Senate. as of December 13, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7496

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7496

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional tributes
- Monuments and memorials
- Parks, recreation areas, trails
- Racial and ethnic relations
- U.S. history
- Virgin Islands

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7496

To direct the Secretary of the Interior to install a plaque at the peak of Ram Head in the Virgin Islands National Park on St. John, United States Virgin Islands, to commemorate the slave rebellion that began on St. John in 1733.
To direct the Secretary of the Interior to install a plaque at the peak of Ram Head in the Virgin Islands National Park on St. John, United States Virgin Islands, to commemorate the slave rebellion that began on St. John in 1733.

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