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National Statuary Hall Collection Progress Assurance Act

12/31/2022, 5:04 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4754

Bill 117 HR 4754, also known as the National Statuary Hall Collection Progress Assurance Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to ensure that the National Statuary Hall Collection, which is a collection of statues representing each state in the United States, continues to accurately reflect the diversity and history of the country.

The bill outlines several key provisions, including the establishment of a commission to oversee the selection and placement of statues in the collection. This commission would be responsible for ensuring that statues are chosen based on criteria such as historical significance, cultural diversity, and contributions to American society.

Additionally, the bill calls for the removal and replacement of statues that no longer meet the criteria set forth by the commission. This would allow for the collection to evolve over time and better represent the changing demographics and values of the United States. Overall, the National Statuary Hall Collection Progress Assurance Act aims to preserve the integrity and relevance of the National Statuary Hall Collection, ensuring that it remains a meaningful and accurate representation of the history and diversity of the United States.

Congressional Summary of HR 4754

National Statuary Hall Collection Progress Assurance Act

This bill establishes a timeline for the Joint Committee on the Library to approve or disapprove requests for replacing statutes (or any related actions that are subject to Joint Committee approval) in the National Statutory Hall of the U.S. Capitol. The Joint Committee oversees operations of the Library of Congress, as well as management of the National Statuary Hall, the U.S. Botanic Garden, and works of fine art in the Capitol.

Generally, the bill requires the Joint Committee to approve or disapprove a request to replace a statue not later than 30 days after the Architect of the Capitol forwards the request to the Joint Committee. If the Architect forwards the request before the Joint Committee's first organizational meeting of a Congress, the Joint Committee must approve or disapprove the request not later than 30 days after the Architect forwards the request to the Joint Committee or the date of the meeting, whichever is later.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4754

Bill HR 4754 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 28, 2021. Bill HR 4754 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 28, 2021.  Bill HR 4754's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. as of July 28, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4754

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4754

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4754

To establish a 30-day deadline for the Joint Committee on the Library to approve or disapprove requests and other actions relating to the procedures for the replacement of statues donated by States for display in National Statuary Hall.
National Statuary Hall Collection Progress Assurance Act
National Statuary Hall Collection Progress Assurance Act

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4754

Rodney Davis
Rodney Davis
IllinoisRepublican
Bryan Steil
Bryan Steil
WisconsinRepublican
Adrian Smith
Adrian Smith
NebraskaRepublican
Patrick T. McHenry
Patrick T. McHenry
North CarolinaRepublican
Barry Loudermilk
Barry Loudermilk
GeorgiaRepublican
Ted Budd
Ted Budd
North CarolinaRepublican

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