Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum Act

Progress

Timeline

• 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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