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

This bill authorizes Congress to award a gold medal to honor Africans and their descendants who were enslaved in the U.S. from 1619 to 1865. The medal, designed by the Treasury Secretary, will be displayed at the National Museum of African-American History & Culture in Washington, D.C. Duplicate bronze medals may be sold to cover production costs, with proceeds going to the U.S. Mint. The bill focuses on recognizing the historical contribution of enslaved people to America's economic foundation without proposing new laws or funding.