Defund National Endowment for the Humanities Act of 2025
1/31/2025, 1:27 PMSummary of Bill HR 82
Bill 119 hr 82, also known as the "National Endowment for the Humanities Funding Restriction Act," aims to restrict the use of funds allocated to the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). Specifically, the bill prohibits the use of any funds for the fiscal year to carry out section 7 of the National Foundation on the Arts and the Humanities Act of 1965.Section 7 of the National Foundation on the Arts and the Humanities Act of 1965 pertains to the establishment of the National Endowment for the Humanities and outlines its mission and responsibilities. By restricting the use of funds for this section, the bill effectively limits the NEH's ability to carry out certain activities or programs outlined in the Act.
The rationale behind this bill is not explicitly stated, but it may be related to concerns about the allocation of funds or the priorities of the NEH. Supporters of the bill may argue that it is necessary to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and in line with the intended purpose of the NEH. Overall, Bill 119 hr 82 seeks to impose restrictions on the use of funds for the NEH, specifically targeting section 7 of the National Foundation on the Arts and the Humanities Act of 1965. The implications of this bill, if passed, could impact the NEH's ability to carry out certain programs or initiatives.
Congressional Summary of HR 82
Defund National Endowment for the Humanities Act of 2025
This bill prohibits the use of any funds that are made available to the National Endowment for the Humanities of the National Foundation on the Arts and the Humanities to carry out the functions, programs, or activities of such endowment.
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Current Status of Bill HR 82
Bill HR 82 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 3, 2025. Bill HR 82 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 3, 2025. Bill HR 82's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. as of January 3, 2025Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 82
Total Number of Sponsors
6Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
6Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 82
Primary Policy Focus
Arts, Culture, ReligionAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 82
To provide that none of the funds made available to the National Endowment for the Humanities for any fiscal year may be used to carry out section 7 of the National Foundation on the Arts and the Humanities Act of 1965.To provide that none of the funds made available to the National Endowment for the Humanities for any fiscal year may be used to carry out section 7 of the National Foundation on the Arts and the Humanities Act of 1965.Comments
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