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Confederate Symbol Removal: Emancipation Heritage Grant Program

This act establishes a grant program to assist in removing Confederate symbols from public spaces. Citizens may see changes in public areas where these symbols will be removed or replaced with new ones commemorating the freedom of African Americans. The program aims to support local communities in shaping their environment.
Key points
Establishment of a grant program for the removal of Confederate symbols, such as flags, monuments, or signage.
Option to replace removed symbols with new ones commemorating the emancipation of African Americans.
Priority for projects that replace Confederate symbols or transfer them to state historic preservation programs.
Availability of $15 million annually until 2031 to support these activities.
Prohibition on using funds for the preservation, restoration, or new construction of Confederate symbols.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_672
Sponsor: Rep. Rush, Bobby L. [D-IL-1]
Process start date: 2021-02-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

REFUSE Confederate Principles Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_672.

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 2021-02-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of a grant program for the removal of Confederate symbols, such as flags, monuments, or signage.
  • Option to replace removed symbols with new ones commemorating the emancipation of African Americans.
  • Priority for projects that replace Confederate symbols or transfer them to state historic preservation programs.
  • Availability of $15 million annually until 2031 to support these activities.
  • Prohibition on using funds for the preservation, restoration, or new construction of Confederate symbols.
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: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Rush, Bobby L. [D-IL-1].

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.

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