H.R. 821

Summary

This bill posthumously awards a Congressional Gold Medal to Fred Korematsu for his contributions to civil rights, loyalty to the nation, and dedication to justice and equality. Korematsu challenged Japanese American internment during WWII and continued civil rights advocacy throughout his life.

Latest Action

Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.