African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Study Act

# African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Study Act - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would direct the federal government to conduct a study examining the feasibility of creating an International Memorial Museum and Educational Center at or near the African Burial Ground National Monument in New York City. The study would investigate whether such a facility could be built, how much it would cost, and what resources would be needed. The African Burial Ground is a historic site in Lower Manhattan where thousands of enslaved and free African Americans were buried in the 17th and 18th centuries before being lost to development. **Who It Affects and Key Details** The bill primarily affects New York City and the broader public interested in African American history.

If passed, it would authorize a feasibility study but would not automatically create the museum—that would require additional funding and approval. The study would likely examine how to better educate visitors about this important historical site and its significance to understanding American history and the experiences of African Americans during the colonial and early American periods. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. No action has been taken since it was introduced.