H.R. 4875 · 114th Congress · 2015–2016
United States Semiquincentennial Commission Act of 2016
H.R. 4875 in the 114th Congress (2015–2016) became law — introduced on Mar 23, 2016, sponsored by Patrick Meehan with 4 co-sponsors.
During the 114th Congress (2015–2016), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Mar 23, 2016
- Co-sponsors
- 4
- Policy area
- Government Operations and Politics
- Public law
- Public Law 114-196
What it does
United States Semiquincentennial Commission Act of 2016 (Sec. 4) This bill establishes the United States Semiquincentennial Commission to plan, develop, and coordinate the commemoration of U.S. history leading up to the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. (Sec.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Patrick Meehan (R-PA). Co-sponsors: 3 Democrats, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 23, 2016
- Passed the HouseJul 5, 2016
- Passed the SenateJul 12, 2016
- Sent to the PresidentJul 14, 2016
- Became lawJul 22, 2016
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 114-196. (Jul 22, 2016)
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Committees
- Oversight and Accountability Committee
More
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