Francis G. Newlands Memorial Removal Act

Bill 118 HR 1021, also known as the Francis G. Newlands Memorial Removal Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to remove the Francis G. Newlands Memorial Fountain from its current location in Washington, D.C. The fountain, which was erected in 1938, honors Francis G. Newlands, a former US Senator from Nevada.

Newlands was a controversial figure in American history, as he was a proponent of racist and segregationist policies. He was also a key figure in the passage of the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882, which banned Chinese immigrants from entering the United States.

The bill to remove the memorial fountain has garnered support from lawmakers who believe that it is inappropriate to honor someone with such a problematic legacy. Supporters of the bill argue that removing the fountain is a necessary step towards acknowledging and addressing the racist history of the United States. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that removing the fountain erases an important piece of history and that it is important to remember and learn from the mistakes of the past. They also argue that removing the fountain sets a dangerous precedent for erasing history and could lead to the removal of other historical monuments and memorials. Overall, the Francis G. Newlands Memorial Removal Act is a contentious piece of legislation that raises important questions about how the United States chooses to remember and honor its past. The bill is currently being debated in Congress, and its outcome remains uncertain.