S. 2162 · 114th Congress · 2015–2016
Librarian of Congress Succession Modernization Act of 2015
S. 2162 in the 114th Congress (2015–2016) became law — introduced on Oct 7, 2015, sponsored by Roy Blunt 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
- Oct 7, 2015
- Co-sponsors
- 4
- Policy area
- Congress
- Public law
- Public Law 114-86
What it does
Librarian of Congress Succession Modernization Act of 2015 (Sec. 2) This bill limits the term of the Librarian of Congress to 10 years. The individual appointed to the position may be reappointed in accordance with this requirement.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Roy Blunt (R-MO). Co-sponsors: 2 Democrats, 2 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedOct 7, 2015
- Passed the SenateOct 7, 2015
- Passed the HouseOct 20, 2015
- Sent to the PresidentOct 26, 2015
- Became lawNov 5, 2015
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 114-86. (Nov 5, 2015)
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Committees
- Committee on House Administration
More
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