African American History Act

What it does

African American History Act This bill authorizes the National Museum of African American History and Culture to carry out educational programs and related activities. Such activities include developing and making available accurate, relevant, and accessible resources to promote the understanding of African American history; and expanding the collection acquisition and collection access processes, including conservation and di…

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Jamaal Bowman (D-NY). Co-sponsors: 122 Democrats.

Where it stands

• IntroducedFeb 2, 2023
• Passed the House—
• Passed the Senate—
• Sent to the President—
• Became law—

Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. (Feb 2, 2023)

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Committees

• Committee on House Administration

More

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