Ralph David Abernathy, Sr. National Historic Site Act

# Ralph David Abernathy, Sr. National Historic Site Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would establish a new National Historic Site in Georgia dedicated to Ralph David Abernathy, Sr., a prominent civil rights leader who worked alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. If passed, the site would be managed by the National Park Service and would preserve and interpret Abernathy's life, legacy, and contributions to the civil rights movement.

The bill authorizes funding for land acquisition, construction, and operation of the historic site. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects Georgia (where the site would be located), the National Park Service, and the general public who would have access to this educational resource. It would honor Abernathy's historical significance in American civil rights history and provide a place for visitors to learn about his activism and leadership during the 1950s and 1960s. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. As of now, it remains in the early stages of the legislative process and would need to advance through committee review and gain support for further consideration.