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African American History Act

1/18/2024, 8:51 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 765

African American History Act

This bill authorizes the National Museum of African American History and Culture to carry out educational programs and related activities.

Such activities include

  • developing and making available accurate, relevant, and accessible resources to promote the understanding of African American history; and
  • expanding the collection acquisition and collection access processes, including conservation and digitization.

The museum may also develop and maintain on its website content designated for educators, students, and families to improve their awareness and understanding of African American history.

Current Status of Bill HR 765

Bill HR 765 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 2, 2023. Bill HR 765 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 2, 2023.  Bill HR 765's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. as of February 2, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 765

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
121
Democrat Cosponsors
121
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 765

Primary Policy Focus

Arts, Culture, Religion

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 765

African American History Act
African American History Act
To authorize the Director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture to support African American history education programs, and for other purposes.

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