DemocratBill · H.R. 8887· House(119-HR-8887)

Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park Act

Rep. Davis
Age: 85 years
Illinois
Introduced
5/19/2026
Last activity
5/19/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Sponsored by
Danny Davis
Cosponsors
Democrat - 6Republican - 1
Public Lands and Natural Resources
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill seeks to establish the Julius Rosenwald and Rosenwald Schools National Historical Park. The legislation aims to commemorate the life of philanthropist Julius Rosenwald and the impact of the Rosenwald Schools on African American education. The park would include specific school sites in Maryland, South Carolina, and Virginia, along with a headquarters near the former Sears Merchandising Complex in Chicago. Additionally, the bill creates the Rosenwald Schools National Network to connect various sites and disseminate the history of these schools throughout the country. The Secretary of the Interior is tasked with administering the park and managing this new network.

Yes· 3 of 23

  • Would Black Americans be better off under this?+9

    Directly commemorates the educational legacy and civil rights impact of Rosenwald Schools for African Americans.

  • Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+7

    The bill honors the history of African American education and recognizes the contributions of civil rights leaders.

  • Would students be better off under this?+5

    Creates educational resources and sites dedicated to the history of education.

The opposite

  • Does this reduce what the federal government owes?-1

    The bill authorizes federal spending for land acquisition and park administration, which slightly increases government expenditure.

  • Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-1

    The bill authorizes the use of appropriated funds for park establishment and grants.