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New Historic Site: Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley in Illinois

This act establishes a new National Historic Site in Illinois, dedicated to the memory of Emmett Till, his mother Mamie Till-Mobley, and Roberts Temple. Its purpose is to preserve and commemorate significant events related to the civil rights movement and the Great Migration, allowing future generations to better understand the nation's history.
Key points
A new National Historic Site is established in Illinois, becoming part of the National Park System.
The site aims to preserve and interpret history related to Emmett Till's funeral, his mother's activism, and the civil rights movement.
The National Park Service can acquire land for this site through donations, purchase, or exchange.
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Print number: 117_S_795
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Process start date: 2021-03-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley and Roberts Temple National Historic Site Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_795.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A new National Historic Site is established in Illinois, becoming part of the National Park System.
  • The site aims to preserve and interpret history related to Emmett Till's funeral, his mother's activism, and the civil rights movement.
  • The National Park Service can acquire land for this site through donations, purchase, or exchange.
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 Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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