The U.S. Senate passed the Civil Rights Act on April 2, 1964. This landmark legislation aimed to eliminate discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, marking a significant step toward equality in the United States. The Act outlawed segregation in schools, public places, and employment, empowering the federal government to enforce civil rights protections. Its passage was a culmination of years of activism and grassroots efforts by civil rights leaders, most notably Martin Luther King Jr. The Civil Rights Act remains a foundational element in American civil rights law, shaping socio-political discourse around equality.