Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum Act

Progress

Timeline

• May 21Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
• May 20Rule H. Res. 1300 passed House.
• May 19Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1300 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1041, H.R. 6047 and H.R. 1329. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 1041, H.R. 6047, and H.R. 1329 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each bill.
• Apr 23Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 538.
• Mar 18Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 7 - 4.

Summary

**What it does:** This bill would create a new Smithsonian American Women's History Museum as part of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. **Who it affects:** - The general public, who would have access to a new national museum - The Smithsonian Institution, which would operate the museum - Researchers and educators focused on women's history - Federal taxpayers, who would fund the museum's establishment and operations **What would change:** - A new federal museum dedicated to women's contributions to American history would be established - The museum would collect, preserve, and display artifacts related to women's experiences and achievements - Educational programs and exhibitions about women's history would be made available to visitors - Federal funding would be allocated for the museum's construction, staffing, and ongoing operations The museum would join other Smithsonian museums on the National Mall, providing a dedicated space for telling the story of women's roles in American history.

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