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Robert Parris Moses Congressional Gold Medal Act

1/11/2024, 8:30 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2831

Bill 118 HR 2831, also known as the Robert Parris Moses Congressional Gold Medal Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to award a Congressional Gold Medal to Robert Parris Moses in recognition of his contributions to the civil rights movement in the United States.

Robert Parris Moses was a prominent civil rights activist who played a key role in organizing voter registration drives and educational programs for African Americans in the South during the 1960s. He was a founding member of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) and helped lead the Mississippi Freedom Summer project in 1964.

The Congressional Gold Medal is one of the highest civilian honors that can be awarded by the United States Congress. It is typically awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to American society and culture. If passed, this bill would honor Robert Parris Moses for his tireless efforts to promote equality and justice for all Americans. It would serve as a reminder of the importance of standing up for civil rights and fighting against discrimination in all its forms.

Congressional Summary of HR 2831

Robert Parris Moses Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Robert Parris Moses in recognition of his achievements and contributions to American education and civil rights.

Current Status of Bill HR 2831

Bill HR 2831 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 25, 2023. Bill HR 2831 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 25, 2023.  Bill HR 2831's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of April 25, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2831

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2831

Primary Policy Focus

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional tributes
- Elementary and secondary education
- Minority education
- Racial and ethnic relations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2831

Robert Parris Moses Congressional Gold Medal Act
Robert Parris Moses Congressional Gold Medal Act
To award posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal to Robert Parris Moses, in recognition of his achievements and contributions to advancing American education and civil rights.

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