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Committee hears Smithsonian American Women’s History Act to clear way for museum construction
Summary
The House Committee on House Administration introduced H.R. 1329, the Smithsonian American Women's History Act, which the chair said would allow the Smithsonian Institution to proceed with construction of a museum honoring American women; he noted consideration during the nation’s 250th anniversary.
The House Committee on House Administration introduced H.R. 1329, the Smithsonian American Women’s History Act, which the committee chair said would allow the Smithsonian to move forward with construction of a museum recognizing the contributions of American women.
The chair described the bill as enabling the Smithsonian to advance construction of the future museum and noted the timing of consideration during the nation’s 250th anniversary. The transcript records the chair’s introductory remarks but does not include detailed discussion of site selection, funding sources, or specific construction timelines.
The chair also referenced other items on the agenda, including a bill that would be pulled for amendment and returned to the committee. No votes or amendments on H.R. 1329 are recorded in the transcript segments provided.
