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National Museum of Play Recognition Act
2/3/2025, 8:08 PM
Summary of Bill HR 235
Bill 119 HR 235, also known as the Margaret Woodbury Strong Museum Recognition Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to officially recognize the Margaret Woodbury Strong Museum located in Rochester, New York. The museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history and cultural significance of play and toys.
The bill highlights the importance of the museum in educating the public about the evolution of play and its impact on society. It acknowledges the museum's efforts in preserving and promoting the history of toys and playthings, as well as its role in fostering creativity and imagination in visitors of all ages.
If passed, the bill would designate the Margaret Woodbury Strong Museum as a national historic site, ensuring its continued preservation and recognition for future generations. The museum's collection includes a wide range of toys, games, and other artifacts that provide valuable insights into the history of play and its cultural significance. Overall, the Margaret Woodbury Strong Museum Recognition Act seeks to honor the museum's contributions to preserving and promoting the history of play, while also highlighting its importance as a cultural and educational institution in the Rochester community.
The bill highlights the importance of the museum in educating the public about the evolution of play and its impact on society. It acknowledges the museum's efforts in preserving and promoting the history of toys and playthings, as well as its role in fostering creativity and imagination in visitors of all ages.
If passed, the bill would designate the Margaret Woodbury Strong Museum as a national historic site, ensuring its continued preservation and recognition for future generations. The museum's collection includes a wide range of toys, games, and other artifacts that provide valuable insights into the history of play and its cultural significance. Overall, the Margaret Woodbury Strong Museum Recognition Act seeks to honor the museum's contributions to preserving and promoting the history of play, while also highlighting its importance as a cultural and educational institution in the Rochester community.
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Current Status of Bill HR 235
Bill HR 235 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 7, 2025. Bill HR 235 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 7, 2025. Bill HR 235's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. as of January 7, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 235
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
4Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 235
Primary Policy Focus
Arts, Culture, ReligionAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 235
To recognize the Margaret Woodbury Strong Museum in Rochester, New York.
To recognize the Margaret Woodbury Strong Museum in Rochester, New York.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 235
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