Pub. L. 113-176 - Joint resolution approving the location of a memorial to commemorate the more than 5,000 slaves and free Black persons who fought for independence in the American Revolution.

113th Congress

Affects: 40 U.S.C. §§ 8903, 8908

That the location of a commemorative work to honor the more than 5,000 slaves and free Black persons who fought in the American Revolution, authorized by section 2860 of division B of Public Law 112–239 (40 U.S.C. 8903 note), within Area I as described on the map entitled “Commemorative Areas Washington, DC and Environs”, numbered 869/86501 B and dated June 24, 2003, is approved.

Legislative History

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.J. Res. 120:

CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 160 (2014):

Sept. 8, considered and passed House.

Sept. 10, considered and passed Senate.