National Council on African American History and Culture Act of 2023

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 215 National Council on African American History and Culture Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Arts, Culture, Religion. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 4:05 PM

Summary of Bill S 215

Bill 118 s 215, also known as the National Council on African American History and Culture Act of 2023, aims to establish a National Council on African American History and Culture within the Smithsonian Institution. The council would be responsible for promoting the collection, preservation, and interpretation of African American history and culture.

The bill outlines the composition of the council, which would consist of 15 members appointed by the President, with expertise in African American history, culture, and education. The council would also include representatives from various federal agencies, as well as individuals from the private sector.

The council's duties would include advising the Smithsonian on the development of programs and initiatives related to African American history and culture, as well as promoting public awareness and understanding of these topics. The council would also be tasked with coordinating with other federal agencies and organizations to support the preservation and interpretation of African American history and culture. Overall, the National Council on African American History and Culture Act of 2023 seeks to elevate the importance of African American history and culture within the Smithsonian Institution and promote greater awareness and understanding of these topics among the American public.

Congressional Summary of S 215

National Council on African American History and Culture Act of 2023

This bill establishes within the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) a National Council on African American History and Culture.

The council shall

prepare an annual report to be submitted to NEH on the work of NEH to preserve and celebrate African-American history and culture;
gather timely and authoritative information concerning historical developments and cultural trends in African-American history and culture and take other specified steps;
evaluate the various programs and activities of NEH to determine the extent to which such programs and activities are contributing to the successful preservation and celebration of African-American history and culture and make recommendations to the President;
develop and recommend national policies to foster and promote the understanding and preservation of African-American culture and the celebration of African Americans as contributors to the country's success; and
make and furnish such studies, reports thereon, and recommendations with respect to matters of cultural preservation and African-American history.

The bill terminates the council 10 years after its enactment.

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Current Status of Bill S 215

Bill S 215 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 1, 2023. Bill S 215 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 1, 2023. Bill S 215's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of February 1, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 215

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Arts, Culture, Religion

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 215

National Council on African American History and Culture Act of 2023

A bill to establish a National Council on African American History and Culture within the National Endowment for the Humanities, and for other purposes.