Bills · HR 1817
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 1817Arts, Culture, Religion
Arturo Alfonso Schomburg Congressional Gold Medal Act
INTRO MAR 3· LAST ACTION MAR 3
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it would officially recognize a historically significant figure whose dedication profoundly shaped the understanding and preservation of African diaspora history and culture. Awarding a Congressional Gold Medal elevates Schomburg's legacy, ensuring his contributions are highlighted at a national level, which can inspire future generations and promote greater awareness of Black history.
If this bill becomes law, it provides a permanent, tangible public tribute to Schomburg's impact, ensuring his story and the importance of his work are enshrined in national memory and publicly accessible at the Smithsonian. If it does not become law, Schomburg's significant contributions would still be recognized within academic and cultural circles, but they would not receive this specific, high-profile national honor from Congress.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Authorizes the posthumous award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Arturo Alfonso Schomburg.
This is the central action of the bill, recognizing Schomburg's legacy at the highest civilian level.
PROVISION 02
Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to design and strike the gold medal with suitable emblems and inscriptions.
This provision ensures the medal is created with appropriate symbols and an honorable design.
PROVISION 03
Stipulates that the gold medal will be given to the National Museum of African American History and Culture for display and research, with a suggestion for broader display elsewhere.
This guarantees public access, long-term preservation, and ongoing educational use of the medal.
PROVISION 04
Allows the Secretary of the Treasury to strike and sell bronze duplicates of the medal to the public.
This makes the commemorative item accessible to more people and helps offset the costs of production.
PROVISION 05
Authorizes the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund to cover the costs of the medals and receive proceeds from the sale of duplicates.
This establishes the financial mechanism for funding the medal's creation and sale.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 12
D· New York
YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 3
Introduced in House
MAR 3
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.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 1817
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 3, 2025
Last actionMar 3, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · COMMITTEE ON HOUSE ADMINISTRATION · INTRODUCED MAR 3, 2025
House BillHR 1817Arts, Culture, Religion
Arturo Alfonso Schomburg Congressional Gold Medal Act
INTRODUCED MAR 3, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 3, 2025
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READING
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COSPONSORS
12
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