America’s National Museum of the Cold World War Act of 2021

Hozzl · 2022-12-31T05:36:24Z

Explore the details of House Bill 5447 America’s National Museum of the Cold World War Act of 2021 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Arts, Culture, Religion. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/31/2022, 5:36 AM

Summary of Bill HR 5447

Bill 117 hr 5447, also known as the America’s National Museum of the Cold World War Act of 2021, aims to establish a national museum dedicated to the Cold War era in the United States. The bill proposes the creation of a museum that will showcase the history, impact, and legacy of the Cold War, which was a period of geopolitical tension between the United States and the Soviet Union from the late 1940s to the early 1990s.

The museum will be tasked with preserving and interpreting the artifacts, documents, and stories related to the Cold War, including the arms race, espionage, political ideologies, and cultural exchanges of the time. It will serve as an educational resource for the public, researchers, and policymakers to better understand the complexities of this significant period in American history.

The bill outlines the establishment of a board of trustees to oversee the museum's operations and fundraising efforts. It also authorizes the appropriation of funds for the design, construction, and maintenance of the museum, as well as for the acquisition of collections and exhibits. Overall, the America’s National Museum of the Cold World War Act of 2021 seeks to commemorate and commemorate the Cold War era and its impact on American society, politics, and culture. It aims to provide a comprehensive and engaging experience for visitors to learn about this important chapter in history.

Congressional Summary of HR 5447

America's National Museum of the Cold World War Act of 2021

This bill authorizes the Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum located in Ashland, Nebraska, to be referred to as America’s National Museum of the Cold War.

The bill states that the Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum is not a unit of the National Park System.

The authorization to refer to the museum as America’s National Museum of the Cold War shall not be construed as requiring or authorizing federal funds to be expended for any purpose related to the museum.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5447

Bill HR 5447 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 30, 2021. Bill HR 5447 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 30, 2021. Bill HR 5447's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of September 30, 2021

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5447

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Arts, Culture, Religion

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5447

To authorize the Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum in Ashland, Nebraska, to be referred to as "America's National Museum of the Cold War", and for other purposes.America’s National Museum of the Cold World War Act of 2021America’s National Museum of the Cold World War Act of 2021

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