H.R. 9191 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
National Fossil Act
H.R. 9191 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026), the National Fossil Act, has passed the house — introduced on Jun 8, 2026, sponsored by Erin Houchin with 9 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Passed the House
- Introduced
- Jun 8, 2026
- Co-sponsors
- 9
- Policy area
- Government Operations and Politics
What it does
National Fossil Act of 2026 This bill designates the Mammut americanum (the American Mastodon) fossil as the national fossil mammal and the Tyrannosaurus rex fossil as the national fossil dinosaur.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Official title
National Fossil Act of 2026
Sponsor
Erin Houchin (R-IN). Co-sponsors: 2 Democrats, 7 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 8, 2026
- Passed the HouseSep 16, 2026
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (Sep 17, 2026)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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