Search Results for keywords:"national museum of african american history and culture"

Search Results: keywords:"national museum of african american history and culture"

H. R. 7378 — To award posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal to Frederick Douglass in recognition of his contributions to the cause of freedom, human rights, and the abolition of slavery in the United States.
February 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:2,279
H.R. 7378 aims to posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Frederick Douglass in recognition of his significant contributions to freedom, human rights, and the abolition of slavery in the United States. The bill acknowledges Douglass's achievements as an abolitionist,...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7378 wants to give a special gold medal to Frederick Douglass to say thank you for helping end slavery and fighting for human rights. This medal would be shown in a museum, and some copies might be made for people to buy.
H. R. 10190 — To direct the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution to study the feasibility of establishing a Juneteenth Museum on Galveston Island, Texas, and for other purposes.
November 20, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:475
H.R. 10190, also known as the "Juneteenth Museum Act of 2024," directs the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution to assess the feasibility of creating a Juneteenth Museum on Galveston Island, Texas. The study will explore various aspects, including costs, potential museum...
Simple Explanation
Imagine your friend wants to throw a big party for a special day, but they're not sure where to have it, how much it might cost, or who should help plan it. This bill asks a big museum leader to think about these things for a new Juneteenth museum, which could tell really cool stories about freedom, and to share their ideas with important people who make decisions.

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