Reverend James Lawson, Jr., Congressional Gold Medal Act

Bill 117 HR 8691, also known as the Reverend James Lawson, Jr., Congressional Gold Medal Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress to award the Congressional Gold Medal to Reverend James Lawson, Jr. Reverend Lawson is a prominent civil rights leader and activist who played a key role in the nonviolent civil rights movement in the United States.

The Congressional Gold Medal is one of the highest civilian honors awarded by the US Congress, and is given to individuals who have made significant contributions to American society. Reverend Lawson's work in the civil rights movement, including his leadership in organizing sit-ins, marches, and other nonviolent protests, has had a lasting impact on the fight for equality and justice in the United States.

The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing Reverend Lawson's contributions to the civil rights movement and his dedication to nonviolent activism. If passed, the Reverend James Lawson, Jr., Congressional Gold Medal Act would honor Reverend Lawson's legacy and serve as a reminder of the importance of nonviolent resistance in the pursuit of social justice. Overall, the bill seeks to recognize and celebrate Reverend James Lawson, Jr.'s lifelong commitment to civil rights and nonviolent activism, and to honor his contributions to the advancement of equality and justice in the United States.