This bill mandates the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library to acquire a statue of Clarence Mitchell, Jr. , a prominent civil rights leader. The Committee is required to enter into an agreement to obtain this statue within two years of the Act's enactment, under terms and conditions it deems appropriate. Once obtained, the statue will be placed in a permanent public location within the United States Capitol, with authorized appropriations to cover the costs. The legislation highlights Mitchell's extensive contributions, including his role as director of the NAACP Washington Bureau from 1950 to 1978. During this time, he was instrumental in securing the passage of landmark legislation such as the 1957 and 1964 Civil Rights Laws, the 1965 Voting Rights Act, and the 1968 Fair Housing Law. Recognized as the "101st Senator" for his tireless advocacy and bipartisan efforts, Mitchell was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1980 for his historic campaign for social justice.
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Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
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Clarence Mitchell, Jr. Statue Act
USA119th CongressHR-7915| House
| Updated: 3/12/2026
This bill mandates the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library to acquire a statue of Clarence Mitchell, Jr. , a prominent civil rights leader. The Committee is required to enter into an agreement to obtain this statue within two years of the Act's enactment, under terms and conditions it deems appropriate. Once obtained, the statue will be placed in a permanent public location within the United States Capitol, with authorized appropriations to cover the costs. The legislation highlights Mitchell's extensive contributions, including his role as director of the NAACP Washington Bureau from 1950 to 1978. During this time, he was instrumental in securing the passage of landmark legislation such as the 1957 and 1964 Civil Rights Laws, the 1965 Voting Rights Act, and the 1968 Fair Housing Law. Recognized as the "101st Senator" for his tireless advocacy and bipartisan efforts, Mitchell was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1980 for his historic campaign for social justice.