H.R. 6364 · 112th Congress · 2011–2012
World War I Centennial Commission Act
H.R. 6364 in the 112th Congress (2011–2012) became law — introduced on Sep 10, 2012, sponsored by Ted Poe with 14 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.
During the 112th Congress (2011–2012), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held the House majority and Democrats the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Sep 10, 2012
- Co-sponsors
- 14
- Policy area
- Social Sciences and History
- Public law
- Public Law 112-272
What it does
World War I Centennial Commission Act - Establishes the World War I Centennial Commission to: (1) plan, develop, and execute programs, projects, and activities to commemorate the centennial of World War I; (2) encourage private organizations and state and local governments to organize and participate in such activities; (3) facilitate and coordinate such activities throughout the United States; (4) serve as a clearinghouse for…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Ted Poe (R-TX). Co-sponsors: 7 Democrats, 7 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedSep 10, 2012
- Passed the HouseDec 12, 2012
- Passed the SenateDec 21, 2012
- Sent to the PresidentJan 2, 2013
- Became lawJan 14, 2013
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 112-272. (Jan 14, 2013)
How Congress voted
- On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Concur in the Senate Amendment
House · Dec 31, 2012 · Passed401–5
Every roll call vote on this bill
- World War I Centennial Commission ActHouse · Dec 31, 2012
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Committees
- Natural Resources Committee
- Oversight and Accountability Committee
More
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