OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Reconciliation in Place Names Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4454.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2021-07-16.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Establishment of an advisory committee to review and recommend changes to offensive federal place names.
- Opportunity for citizens, Native American tribes, and state/local governments to submit name change proposals.
- Removal of names containing racial or sexual slurs, and those honoring individuals linked to atrocities or discriminatory policies.
- The process aims to promote equity, justice, and respect for cultural diversity in public place naming.
What is the specific legal status?
The current status is Expired.
Where can I read the full text of this legislation?
The full official text is available at:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands.
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.
What is the impact of this bill?
We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.