Bills · HR 1330
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 1330Arts, Culture, Religion
Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino Act
INTRO FEB 13· LAST ACTION FEB 13
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it resolves a significant hurdle for the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino: its physical location. By allowing it to be on the National Mall, the bill ensures the museum will have a highly visible and accessible spot, elevating the recognition of American Latino history and culture to a level comparable with other national narratives presented on the Mall. Without this bill, the museum would be limited to less prominent locations, potentially reducing its impact and visibility.
Moreover, the bill's emphasis on representing a diversity of political viewpoints and authentic experiences in museum exhibits is crucial for public trust and educational integrity. It aims to ensure that the museum's content is not seen as narrow or biased, but rather as a comprehensive reflection of the varied realities within Latino communities. If this bill doesn't become law, the museum's location would remain restricted, and the explicit mandates for diverse exhibit content and Congressional oversight would not be in place, potentially leading to a less impactful or less broadly representative institution.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Permits the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino to be located within the Reserve of the National Mall.
This provision grants the museum access to a highly visible and prestigious location, significantly increasing its prominence and accessibility.
PROVISION 02
Amends existing law to streamline the process for transferring federal land or structures to the Smithsonian Institution for the museum's site.
This makes it easier for the museum to acquire a suitable site if it falls under the jurisdiction of another federal agency.
PROVISION 03
Requires the museum's Board of Trustees to ensure exhibits and programs accurately represent diverse political viewpoints and authentic experiences of Hispanic or Latino communities.
This aims to guarantee a comprehensive and balanced portrayal of American Latino history and culture, ensuring broad representation.
PROVISION 04
Mandates the Secretary of the Smithsonian to submit biennial reports to Congress on the museum's compliance with the diversity and authenticity requirements for its exhibits and programs.
This provision provides ongoing oversight and accountability to ensure the museum adheres to its new content development guidelines.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 130
R· New York
YRS IN OFFICE
5
BILLS LED
55
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 55%
DEM 94 REP 36 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSFEB 13
Introduced in House
FEB 13
Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 1330
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 13, 2025
Last actionFeb 13, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 13, 2025
House BillHR 1330Arts, Culture, Religion
Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino Act
INTRODUCED FEB 13, 2025· LAST ACTION FEB 13, 2025
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READING
5 min
COSPONSORS
130
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