H.R. 3465 · 116th Congress · 2019–2020
Fallen Journalists Memorial Act
H.R. 3465 in the 116th Congress (2019–2020) became law — introduced on Jun 25, 2019, sponsored by Grace F. Napolitano with 49 co-sponsors.
During the 116th Congress (2019–2020), Donald Trump was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jun 25, 2019
- Co-sponsors
- 49
- Policy area
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Public law
- Public Law 116-253
What it does
Fallen Journalists Memorial Act This bill authorizes the Fallen Journalists Memorial Foundation to establish a commemorative work on federal land in commemoration of America's commitment to a free press as represented by journalists who sacrificed their lives in service to that cause. Federal funds may not be used to pay any expense for the establishment of the commemorative work.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Grace F. Napolitano (D-CA). Co-sponsors: 45 Democrats, 4 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 25, 2019
- Passed the HouseSep 21, 2020
- Passed the SenateDec 2, 2020
- Sent to the PresidentDec 11, 2020
- Became lawDec 23, 2020
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 116-253. (Dec 23, 2020)
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Committees
- Energy and Natural Resources Committee
- Natural Resources Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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