Bicentennial Civil Rights Act

The Bicentennial Civil Rights Act, passed in 1988, aimed to address and commemorate the ongoing struggle for civil rights in the United States, particularly focusing on race and equality issues. It established a national commission to review and examine civil rights conditions and promote awareness of civil rights achievements and challenges since the Civil Rights Movement. It also emphasized education and public information about civil rights, acknowledging the importance of continuing efforts to combat discrimination and promote equal treatment for all citizens, thereby reinforcing the values of justice and equality enshrined in the U.S. Constitution.