0
0
0
Fred Korematsu Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025
2/26/2025, 9:06 AM
Summary of Bill HR 821
Bill 119 hr 821, also known as the Fred Korematsu Congressional Gold Medal Act, aims to honor the late Fred Korematsu for his significant contributions to civil rights, loyalty, patriotism, dedication to justice, and equality. Fred Korematsu was a Japanese-American civil rights activist who challenged the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. Despite facing discrimination and unjust treatment, Korematsu fought for justice and equality for all individuals.
The bill proposes to award Fred Korematsu a Congressional Gold Medal posthumously, recognizing his bravery and dedication to fighting for civil rights. The Congressional Gold Medal is one of the highest civilian honors in the United States and is awarded to individuals who have made a lasting impact on American society.
By honoring Fred Korematsu with this prestigious award, the bill seeks to acknowledge his courage in standing up against injustice and discrimination. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of upholding civil rights and equality for all individuals, regardless of their background or ethnicity. Overall, the Fred Korematsu Congressional Gold Medal Act highlights the importance of recognizing and honoring individuals who have made significant contributions to civil rights and justice in the United States.
The bill proposes to award Fred Korematsu a Congressional Gold Medal posthumously, recognizing his bravery and dedication to fighting for civil rights. The Congressional Gold Medal is one of the highest civilian honors in the United States and is awarded to individuals who have made a lasting impact on American society.
By honoring Fred Korematsu with this prestigious award, the bill seeks to acknowledge his courage in standing up against injustice and discrimination. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of upholding civil rights and equality for all individuals, regardless of their background or ethnicity. Overall, the Fred Korematsu Congressional Gold Medal Act highlights the importance of recognizing and honoring individuals who have made significant contributions to civil rights and justice in the United States.
Congressional Summary of HR 821
Fred Korematsu Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025
This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Fred Korematsu in recognition of his contributions to civil rights, his loyalty and patriotism to the nation, and his dedication to justice and equality.
Read the Full Bill
Current Status of Bill HR 821
Bill HR 821 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 28, 2025. Bill HR 821 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 28, 2025.  Bill HR 821'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 January 28, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 821
Total Number of Sponsors
7Democrat Sponsors
7Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
87Democrat Cosponsors
61Republican Cosponsors
26Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 821
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 821
To award posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal to Fred Korematsu, in recognition of his contributions to civil rights, his loyalty and patriotism to the Nation, and his dedication to justice and equality.
To award posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal to Fred Korematsu, in recognition of his contributions to civil rights, his loyalty and patriotism to the Nation, and his dedication to justice and equality.
Comments
Miller McKenzie
864
1 year ago
So like, this bill is like giving a medal to Fred Korematsu for like, being all about civil rights and stuff. It's cool that they're recognizing his loyalty and patriotism. I guess it's important to remember people who fought for justice and equality. #FredKorematsu #CivilRights #JusticeEquality I support the bill to award Fred Korematsu a Congressional Gold Medal for his contributions to civil rights and dedication to justice and equality.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 821
Latest Bills
A resolution commending the American Chemical Society on the occasion of its 150th anniversary and recognizing its many years of service to the United States.
Bill SRES 702May 4, 2026
Commending the American Chemical Society on the occasion of its 150th anniversary and recognizing its many years of service to the United States.
Bill HRES 1157May 4, 2026
A resolution supporting the mission and goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day in 2026, including increasing individual and public awareness of the impact of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills on families and young people.
Bill SRES 704May 4, 2026
Supporting the mission and goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day in 2026, including increasing individual and public awareness of the impact of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills on families and young people.
Bill HRES 1234May 4, 2026
A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of May 3, 2026, through May 9, 2026, as "National Small Business Week" to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States.
Bill SRES 703May 4, 2026
A resolution designating the week of April 20 through 26, 2026, as "National Dark Sky Week".
Bill SRES 701May 4, 2026
A resolution recognizing the significance of Community College Month in April as a celebration of more than 1,000 institutions throughout the United States supporting access to higher education, workforce training, and more broadly sustaining and advancing the economic prosperity of the United States.
Bill SRES 686May 4, 2026
A resolution designating the week of April 20 through April 24, 2026, as "National Home Visiting Week".
Bill SRES 692May 4, 2026
A bill to amend the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978, and for other purposes.
Bill S 4465May 4, 2026
A resolution recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.
Bill SRES 693May 4, 2026