H.R. 2477 (101st): National African-American Heritage Memorial Museum Act

Introduced:
May 24, 1989 (101st Congress, 1989–1990)
Sponsor:
Rep. George “Mickey” Leland [D-TX18]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)

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Status

This bill was introduced on May 24, 1989, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

Progress
Introduced May 24, 1989
Cosponsors
none
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Full Title

To authorize the establishment of the National African-American Heritage Memorial Museum within the Smithsonian Institution.

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5/24/1989--Introduced.
National African-American Heritage Memorial Museum Act - Establishes within the Smithsonian Institution the National African-American Heritage Memorial Museum to be operated as a center and location for education, research, events, and collection and display of items and materials relating to the historical, cultural, economic, political, and other aspects of the scope of experiences of African-Americans. Requires the Board of Trustees of the National African-American Heritage Memorial Museum to: (1) establish a national trust for African-American museums; and (2) report to the Congress and the President annually on its activities and operations. Authorizes appropriations.

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