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Establishing Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Historic Site in Illinois.

This law establishes a new National Historic Site in Illinois dedicated to the memory of Emmett Till, his mother Mamie Till-Mobley, and the Roberts Temple Church. This ensures that key locations tied to the Civil Rights Movement and the Great Migration are preserved and made accessible to the public. Citizens gain a new federally protected site for historical education and reflection on the struggle for racial justice.
Key points
Creation of a new National Historic Site in Illinois under the National Park System to protect civil rights heritage.
The site's purpose is to preserve and interpret the history of Emmett Till's murder, his mother's activism, and the Great Migration.
The site will open to the public once an agreement is finalized with the Roberts Temple Church regarding access and maintenance.
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Print number: 118_S_562
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Process start date: 2023-02-28
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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 118_S_562.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of a new National Historic Site in Illinois under the National Park System to protect civil rights heritage.
  • The site's purpose is to preserve and interpret the history of Emmett Till's murder, his mother's activism, and the Great Migration.
  • The site will open to the public once an agreement is finalized with the Roberts Temple Church regarding access and maintenance.
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 2025-12-27.

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