S. 730 · In committee · Public Lands and Natural Resources

African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Study Act

What it does

Directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a feasibility and suitability study for establishing the African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center at the African Burial Ground National Monument in New York City.
Requires the study to examine whether sufficient collections exist to represent African cultural traditions, assess international slave trade significance, evaluate local support, and identify suitable management entities.
Directs the Secretary to consult with State and local historic preservation officers, historical societies, tourism offices, and organizations including the African Burial Ground Memorial Foundation during the study.
Requires the Secretary to submit a report to Congress within three years of first funding availability describing study results, collection costs, location criteria, and property and construction costs.

Dec 9, 2025: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 119-238.

Committee: Senate National Parks Subcommittee