To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the Freedom Riders, collectively, in recognition of their unique contribution to Civil Rights, which inspired a revolutionary movement for equality in interstate travel.

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Summary of Bill HR 1247

Bill 118 hr 1247, also known as the Freedom Riders Congressional Gold Medal Act, aims to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the Freedom Riders as a collective group. The Freedom Riders were individuals who participated in a series of nonviolent protests in the 1960s to challenge segregation laws in interstate travel. Their actions were instrumental in sparking a movement for civil rights and equality.

The bill recognizes the unique contribution of the Freedom Riders to the Civil Rights movement and acknowledges their bravery and dedication to fighting for justice. The Congressional Gold Medal is one of the highest civilian honors that can be awarded by the United States Congress, and it is reserved for individuals or groups who have made significant contributions to American society.

By awarding the Freedom Riders with this prestigious honor, the bill seeks to honor their legacy and inspire future generations to continue the fight for equality and justice. The Freedom Riders played a crucial role in bringing attention to the injustices of segregation and discrimination, and their actions helped to pave the way for important civil rights legislation in the United States. Overall, the Freedom Riders Congressional Gold Medal Act is a bipartisan effort to recognize and honor the bravery and sacrifice of the Freedom Riders, who played a pivotal role in the struggle for civil rights and equality in America.

Congressional Summary of HR 1247

This bill provides for the presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to the Freedom Riders, in recognition of their contribution to civil rights by fighting for equality in interstate travel.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1247

Bill HR 1247 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 28, 2023. Bill HR 1247 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 28, 2023. Bill HR 1247's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of February 28, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1247

Total Number of Sponsors

Democrat Sponsors

Republican Sponsors

Unaffiliated Sponsors

Total Number of Cosponsors

334

Democrat Cosponsors

320

Republican Cosponsors

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1247

Primary Policy Focus

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional tributes

- Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers

- Protest and dissent

- Racial and ethnic relations

- Smithsonian Institution

- Travel and tourism

- U.S. history

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1247

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the Freedom Riders, collectively, in recognition of their unique contribution to Civil Rights, which inspired a revolutionary movement for equality in interstate travel.