National Children's Museum Act

3/9/2023, 5:47 PM

National Children's Museum Act

This bill requires the General Services Administration (GSA) to cover the rent of the National Children's Museum for the duration of the museum's current building lease, including renewals. The GSA must use specified funds for such expenses.

Bill 117 HR 1703, also known as the National Children's Museum Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a National Children's Museum in Washington, D.C. The museum would serve as a cultural and educational institution dedicated to providing interactive exhibits and programs for children of all ages.

The National Children's Museum Act outlines the funding and organization of the museum, as well as its mission to promote learning and creativity among young people. The bill also specifies that the museum will be overseen by a board of directors, who will be responsible for its operation and management.

Supporters of the National Children's Museum Act argue that such a museum would provide a valuable resource for children and families, offering a unique and engaging learning experience. They believe that the museum would help to inspire curiosity and creativity in young people, and promote a greater understanding of the world around them. Opponents of the bill may argue that the establishment of a National Children's Museum is not a priority for government funding, and that resources could be better allocated to other educational initiatives. They may also raise concerns about the cost of building and maintaining the museum, and question whether it would truly benefit children in the long run. Overall, the National Children's Museum Act is a proposal to create a new cultural and educational institution in Washington, D.C. that would cater specifically to the needs and interests of children. The bill is currently being considered by Congress, and its fate will ultimately be decided by lawmakers in the coming months.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 1703

Introduced on
2021-03-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/16/2021

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

National Children's Museum Act

This bill requires the General Services Administration (GSA) to cover the rent of the National Children's Museum for the duration of the museum's current building lease, including renewals. The GSA must use specified funds for such expenses.

Bill 117 HR 1703, also known as the National Children's Museum Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a National Children's Museum in Washington, D.C. The museum would serve as a cultural and educational institution dedicated to providing interactive exhibits and programs for children of all ages.

The National Children's Museum Act outlines the funding and organization of the museum, as well as its mission to promote learning and creativity among young people. The bill also specifies that the museum will be overseen by a board of directors, who will be responsible for its operation and management.

Supporters of the National Children's Museum Act argue that such a museum would provide a valuable resource for children and families, offering a unique and engaging learning experience. They believe that the museum would help to inspire curiosity and creativity in young people, and promote a greater understanding of the world around them. Opponents of the bill may argue that the establishment of a National Children's Museum is not a priority for government funding, and that resources could be better allocated to other educational initiatives. They may also raise concerns about the cost of building and maintaining the museum, and question whether it would truly benefit children in the long run. Overall, the National Children's Museum Act is a proposal to create a new cultural and educational institution in Washington, D.C. that would cater specifically to the needs and interests of children. The bill is currently being considered by Congress, and its fate will ultimately be decided by lawmakers in the coming months.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend title 40, United States Code, to require the Administrator of General Services to enter into a cooperative agreement with the National Children's Museum to provide the National Children's Museum rental space without charge in the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact
Business records
Congressional oversight
District of Columbia
Government buildings, facilities, and property
Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers
Public-private cooperation
Tax-exempt organizations

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Latest Summary6/29/2021

National Children's Museum Act

This bill requires the General Services Administration (GSA) to cover the rent of the National Children's Museum for the duration of the museum's current building lease, including renewals. The GSA mus...


Latest Action6/16/2021
Received in the Senate.