H.R. 4885 — The original legislation awarding a historic Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to Africans and their descendants enslaved within our country from August 20, 1619, to December 6, 1865

H.R. 4885 — The original legislation awarding a historic Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to Africans and their descendants enslaved within our country from August 20, 1619, to December 6, 1865 | JustPolicyThe purpose of this legislation is to posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Africans and their descendants who were enslaved in the United States from 1619 to 1865. This act seeks to recognize and honor the significant contributions of enslaved individuals to the foundation of America's economy and society. Key provisions of the legislation include the authorization for the Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the award of a gold medal.