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To direct the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library to obtain a statue of Shirley Chisholm for placement in the United States Capitol.
3/14/2024, 4:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1073
Bill 118 hr 1073, also known as the Shirley Chisholm Statue Act, aims to honor the legacy of Shirley Chisholm by directing the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library to obtain a statue of her for placement in the United States Capitol. Shirley Chisholm was a trailblazing African American woman who made history as the first Black woman elected to Congress in 1968 and later became the first Black woman to run for President in 1972.
The bill recognizes Chisholm's significant contributions to American politics and her advocacy for marginalized communities. By placing a statue of her in the Capitol, the legislation seeks to celebrate her achievements and inspire future generations of leaders.
If passed, the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library will be responsible for overseeing the process of obtaining and installing the statue. This includes selecting a sculptor, determining the design and location of the statue within the Capitol, and coordinating with relevant stakeholders to ensure the project's success. Overall, the Shirley Chisholm Statue Act represents a bipartisan effort to honor a pioneering figure in American history and promote diversity and representation in the nation's most revered legislative building.
The bill recognizes Chisholm's significant contributions to American politics and her advocacy for marginalized communities. By placing a statue of her in the Capitol, the legislation seeks to celebrate her achievements and inspire future generations of leaders.
If passed, the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library will be responsible for overseeing the process of obtaining and installing the statue. This includes selecting a sculptor, determining the design and location of the statue within the Capitol, and coordinating with relevant stakeholders to ensure the project's success. Overall, the Shirley Chisholm Statue Act represents a bipartisan effort to honor a pioneering figure in American history and promote diversity and representation in the nation's most revered legislative building.
Congressional Summary of HR 1073
This bill requires the Joint Committee on the Library to enter into an agreement to obtain a statue of Shirley Chisholm, the first African American woman elected to Congress.
The committee shall place the statue in a permanent public location in the U.S. Capitol.
Current Status of Bill HR 1073
Bill HR 1073 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 17, 2023. Bill HR 1073 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 17, 2023. Bill HR 1073's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. as of February 17, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1073
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
104Democrat Cosponsors
100Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1073
Primary Policy Focus
CongressAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1073
To direct the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library to obtain a statue of Shirley Chisholm for placement in the United States Capitol.
To direct the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library to obtain a statue of Shirley Chisholm for placement in the United States Capitol.
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