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Congressional Gold Medal for Sarah Keys Evans: Recognizing Fight Against Segregation

This act awards a Congressional Gold Medal to Sarah Keys Evans, a military veteran and civil rights pioneer. It recognizes her courageous stand against racial segregation in interstate transportation, which led to a landmark legal decision outlawing such practices. Citizens can view this as a symbolic honor for the fight for equality and justice.
Key points
The act awards a Congressional Gold Medal to Sarah Keys Evans for her contributions to the civil rights movement.
The honor acknowledges her role in a court case that led to the outlawing of racial segregation on interstate buses.
Duplicate commemorative medals will be available for purchase, allowing citizens to own a symbol of this historic achievement.
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Print number: 119_HR_1377
Sponsor: Rep. Davis, Donald G. [D-NC-1]
Process start date: 2025-02-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Sarah Keys Evans Congressional Gold Medal Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1377.

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 2025-02-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The act awards a Congressional Gold Medal to Sarah Keys Evans for her contributions to the civil rights movement.
  • The honor acknowledges her role in a court case that led to the outlawing of racial segregation on interstate buses.
  • Duplicate commemorative medals will be available for purchase, allowing citizens to own a symbol of this historic achievement.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Davis, Donald G. [D-NC-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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