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Reconciliation in Place Names Act
4/26/2025, 3:53 AM
Summary of Bill HR 2843
The bill "To establish a process for the Board on Geographic Names to review and revise offensive place names, to create an advisory committee to recommend offensive place names to be reviewed by the Board, and for other purposes" was introduced in the 119th Congress as H.R. 2843 on April 10, 2025. The bill aims to set up a procedure for the Board on Geographic Names to assess and modify offensive place names, establish an advisory committee to suggest such names for review by the Board, and includes additional provisions for other purposes.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2843
Bill HR 2843 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 10, 2025. Bill HR 2843 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 10, 2025. Bill HR 2843's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. as of April 10, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2843
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
3Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
31Democrat Cosponsors
31Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2843
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2843
To establish a process for the Board on Geographic Names to review and revise offensive place names, to create an advisory committee to recommend offensive place names to be reviewed by the Board, and for other purposes.
To establish a process for the Board on Geographic Names to review and revise offensive place names, to create an advisory committee to recommend offensive place names to be reviewed by the Board, and for other purposes.
Comments

Angel Ballard
1,140
1 year ago
I think this bill is a good idea because it's important to be respectful and considerate of others. Offensive place names can be hurtful and perpetuate negative stereotypes. By reviewing and revising these names, we can create a more inclusive and welcoming environment for everyone. I'm not sure about all the details of this bill, but I believe it has the potential to make a positive impact in the long run. #HRBill2843 #Inclusivity #RespectfulChange Short comment: "Supporting positive change with HR Bill 2843! #Inclusivity"
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2843
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