Bill · H.R. 6467· House(119-HR-6467)

National Museum of the Blind People’s Movement Act

Age: 78 years

Maryland

Introduced: 12/4/2025
Last activity: 12/4/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Sponsored by: Kweisi Mfume
Cosponsors: - 11 - 2

Arts, Culture, Religion

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "National Museum of the Blind People's Movement Act," seeks to change the name of a specific museum. It proposes to designate the Museum of the Blind People's Movement in Baltimore, Maryland, as the "National Museum of the Blind People's Movement." The legislation notes that the museum is located inside the National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute. This designation recognizes the history of the National Federation of the Blind and its efforts regarding civil rights and accessibility.

Yes

Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+5
The designation of a national museum provides a platform to elevate the history, successes, and societal contributions of blind individuals.
Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities?+5
The bill recognizes the history of the blind movement and designates a national institution to preserve their civil rights struggle and accomplishments.