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BillHR 1329 · 119

Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum Act

Introduced
Feb 13, 2025
Cosponsors
231
Traction
0
Last Action
May 21, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes a new museum within the Smithsonian Institution to showcase American women's history. Funds and supports the creation of this museum.

Sponsored By

Nicole Malliotakis
Republican · New York · House

Bill Journey

  1. Feb 13, 2025
  2. May 21, 2026You Are Here

    The bill was sent to committee, where members study it, hold hearings, and decide whether to advance it.

  3. TBD

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects the general public, particularly women and girls, by providing a dedicated space to learn about and appreciate the history and contributions of American women. It also impacts the Smithsonian Institution and its visitors, who will have access to a new museum and its exhibits.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
229backers
  • Democratic126
  • Republican103
Cross-party cosponsors126 · 55%
Latest floor voteMay 21, 2026
204–216

Documents

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Cosponsors (231)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMedia & Culture
CommitteeHouse Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedFeb 13, 2025
Last UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Latest ActionMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Subjects
  • Culture

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.