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Establishment of Springfield Race Riot National Historic Monument, Illinois

This act establishes the Springfield Race Riot National Historic Monument in Illinois as part of the National Park System. Its purpose is to preserve and commemorate the 1908 events and their impact on the formation of the NAACP. Citizens will gain a new place to learn history and reflect on important social events.
Key points
A new national monument will be established in Illinois, dedicated to significant historical events.
The monument will preserve and interpret resources related to the 1908 Springfield Race Riot.
This will allow for a better understanding of history and the role of these events in the creation of the NAACP.
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Print number: 118_HR_2415
Sponsor: Rep. Budzinski, Nikki [D-IL-13]
Process start date: 2023-03-30