Bills · S 2784
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 2784Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Congressional Tribute to Constance Baker Motley Act of 2025
INTRO SEP 11· LAST ACTION SEP 11
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it seeks to formally recognize a pivotal figure in American history who broke significant racial and gender barriers. Constance Baker Motley's work as a civil rights attorney, including her role in the landmark Brown v. Board of Education case, and her service as the first African-American woman federal judge, had a profound impact on civil rights and the legal system. Awarding her the Congressional Gold Medal would elevate her story, ensuring her contributions are widely acknowledged and remembered.
If this bill becomes law, it reaffirms the nation's appreciation for those who fought for equality and justice, setting an example for future generations. If it doesn't pass, a significant opportunity to provide this high level of national honor to a deserving historical figure would be missed, and her legacy might not receive the same degree of official commemoration.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Awards the Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Constance Baker Motley.
This provides the highest civilian honor by Congress to recognize her lifelong contributions to civil rights and the American legal system.
PROVISION 02
Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to design and strike a unique gold medal in her commemoration.
This ensures the creation of a tangible, custom-designed symbol of her legacy, adhering to the standards of this prestigious award.
PROVISION 03
Arranges for the presentation of the gold medal to Constance Baker Motley's son and niece.
This ensures her family receives the honor on her behalf, acknowledging their connection to her significant achievements.
PROVISION 04
Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to strike and sell duplicate bronze medals to the public.
This allows the public to acquire a piece of memorabilia related to the honor and helps offset the costs of creating the medals.
PROVISION 05
Authorizes the use of the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund to cover the costs of the medals.
This establishes the funding mechanism for the award without requiring new appropriations from the general treasury.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 29
D· Connecticut
YRS IN OFFICE
15
BILLS LED
127
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 7%
DEM 27 REP 1 IND 1
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSSEP 11
Introduced in Senate
SEP 11
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 2784
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedSep 11, 2025
Last actionSep 11, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · BANKING, HOUSING, AND URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED SEP 11, 2025
Senate BillS 2784Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Congressional Tribute to Constance Baker Motley Act of 2025
INTRODUCED SEP 11, 2025· LAST ACTION SEP 11, 2025
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READING
5 min
COSPONSORS
29
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