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African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Study Act

USA119th CongressHR-1567| House 
| Updated: 2/25/2025
Daniel S. Goldman

Daniel S. Goldman

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (7)
Jonathan L. Jackson (Democratic)Adriano Espaillat (Democratic)Jerrold Nadler (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Jamie Raskin (Democratic)Nydia M. Velázquez (Democratic)Yvette D. Clarke (Democratic)

Natural Resources Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill mandates the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the National Park Service, to conduct a comprehensive study. The purpose of this study is to assess the suitability and feasibility of establishing the African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center at the African Burial Ground National Monument in New York City. This proposed center aims to serve as a permanent memorial to enslaved Africans, reflect on the site's significance, examine African cultural traditions, and explore the institution of slavery globally. The study will also encourage collaboration with institutions like the National Museum of African American History and Culture, historically Black colleges and universities, and other educational entities. The study's requirements include analyzing the availability and cost of potential collections, such as DNA samples to trace African roots, and evaluating opportunities to understand the international slave trade and its impact. It must also assess the involvement and financial planning of local residents, businesses, and non-profit organizations, as well as public support for proposed locations within or adjacent to the National Monument. Furthermore, the study will determine the most suitable entity to operate the museum and will culminate in a report to Congress within three years, detailing findings, costs, and recommendations.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-1278
African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-2528
African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-1349
African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Act
Feb 25, 2025
Introduced in House
Feb 25, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Dec 9, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-730
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-1278
    African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-2528
    African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-1349
    African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Act


  • February 25, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • February 25, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.


  • December 9, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-730
    Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held.

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Related Bills

  • S 119-730: African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Study Act

African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Study Act

USA119th CongressHR-1567| House 
| Updated: 2/25/2025
This bill mandates the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the National Park Service, to conduct a comprehensive study. The purpose of this study is to assess the suitability and feasibility of establishing the African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center at the African Burial Ground National Monument in New York City. This proposed center aims to serve as a permanent memorial to enslaved Africans, reflect on the site's significance, examine African cultural traditions, and explore the institution of slavery globally. The study will also encourage collaboration with institutions like the National Museum of African American History and Culture, historically Black colleges and universities, and other educational entities. The study's requirements include analyzing the availability and cost of potential collections, such as DNA samples to trace African roots, and evaluating opportunities to understand the international slave trade and its impact. It must also assess the involvement and financial planning of local residents, businesses, and non-profit organizations, as well as public support for proposed locations within or adjacent to the National Monument. Furthermore, the study will determine the most suitable entity to operate the museum and will culminate in a report to Congress within three years, detailing findings, costs, and recommendations.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-1278
African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-2528
African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-1349
African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Act
Feb 25, 2025
Introduced in House
Feb 25, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Dec 9, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-730
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-1278
    African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-2528
    African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-1349
    African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Act


  • February 25, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • February 25, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.


  • December 9, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-730
    Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held.
Daniel S. Goldman

Daniel S. Goldman

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (7)
Jonathan L. Jackson (Democratic)Adriano Espaillat (Democratic)Jerrold Nadler (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Jamie Raskin (Democratic)Nydia M. Velázquez (Democratic)Yvette D. Clarke (Democratic)

Natural Resources Committee

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Related Bills

  • S 119-730: African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Study Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted