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To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the Freedom Riders, collectively, in recognition of their unique contribution to Civil Rights, which inspired a revolutionary movement for equality in interstate travel.

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This bill would give a Congressional Gold Medal to the Freedom Riders. The medal would recognize their work for civil rights by fighting for equal treatment in travel between states.

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Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank" [D-GA-4]

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Introduced

February 4, 2025

Policy Area

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

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