H.R. 2420 · 116th Congress · 2019–2020
National Museum of the American Latino Act
H.R. 2420 in the 116th Congress (2019–2020) has passed the house — introduced on Apr 30, 2019, sponsored by José E. Serrano with 295 co-sponsors.
During the 116th Congress (2019–2020), Donald Trump was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Passed the House
- Introduced
- Apr 30, 2019
- Co-sponsors
- 295
- Policy area
- Arts, Culture, Religion
What it does
National Museum of the American Latino Act (Sec. 4) This bill establishes the National Museum of the American Latino in the Smithsonian Institution. The purposes of the museum are to (1) illuminate Latino contributions to the story of the United States; (2) provide for the collection, study, research, publication, and establishment of exhibitions and programs related to Latino life, art, history, and culture; and (3) provide f…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
José E. Serrano (D-NY). Co-sponsors: 234 Democrats, 61 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 30, 2019
- Passed the HouseJul 27, 2020
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 600. (Dec 3, 2020)
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Committees
- Rules and Administration Committee
- Natural Resources Committee
- Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
More
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