Justice Thurgood Marshall National Historic Site Establishment Act of 2025

# Justice Thurgood Marshall National Historic Site Establishment Act of 2025 **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would establish a new National Historic Site dedicated to Justice Thurgood Marshall in Maryland. If passed, the site would be managed by the National Park Service and would preserve and interpret the life and legacy of Marshall, the first African American Supreme Court Justice. The bill authorizes funding for acquiring land, constructing facilities, and operating the historic site. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill primarily affects Maryland residents and visitors interested in civil rights history and national heritage sites.

It would create educational and recreational opportunities for the public to learn about Justice Marshall's contributions to American law and civil rights. The site would likely include museum exhibits, visitor facilities, and historical interpretation focused on Marshall's landmark cases and judicial career, particularly his work on school desegregation and voting rights. **Current Status** As of now, the bill is in committee (S 791, 119th Congress) and has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. It was introduced by Senator Chris Van Hollen, a Maryland Democrat.