Bills/S. 923

Harriet Tubman Tribute Act of 2025

Harriet Tubman Tribute Act of 2025

In CommitteeEconomySenateSenate Bill · 119th Congress
Bill Progress · Senate
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Plain Language Summary

# Harriet Tubman Tribute Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Harriet Tubman Tribute Act of 2025 is legislation designed to honor Harriet Tubman, the famous abolitionist and freedom fighter who escaped slavery and helped many others escape through the Underground Railroad. While the bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, tribute bills typically authorize commemorative measures such as monuments, historical markers, educational programs, or special designations to recognize significant historical figures and their contributions to American history. **Who It Affects & Current Status:** This bill would primarily benefit educational institutions, historical organizations, and communities interested in preserving and sharing Harriet Tubman's legacy.

The bill is currently in committee review, meaning it has been introduced in the Senate but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full chamber. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) sponsored the legislation. To understand the specific commemorative actions this bill authorizes, you would need to review the full text of S 923, as the summary information available doesn't detail the exact provisions.

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Latest Action

March 10, 2025

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.

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Key Dates

Introduced
March 10, 2025
Last Updated
March 10, 2025
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