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Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park Expansion

This act renames and expands the Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park, adding new sites related to the struggle for educational equality. Citizens will gain access to more locations commemorating key civil rights events, enriching their understanding of the nation's heritage.
Key points
Renames the "National Historic Site" to "National Historical Park" to better reflect its significance.
Includes new sites associated with historical school desegregation cases in South Carolina, Virginia, Delaware, and the District of Columbia.
Establishes "affiliated areas" to be managed in cooperation with local entities, ensuring their preservation and accessibility to visitors.
Allows for financial and technical assistance to managing entities of these new sites, aiding in their upkeep and promotion.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_920
Sponsor: Rep. Clyburn, James E. [D-SC-6]
Process start date: 2021-02-08