Albert Pike Statue Removal Act [HB-1165]
[Public Lands and National Parks ]
[Arts and Culture ]
To direct the Secretary of the Interior to remove the statue to the memory and in honor of Albert Pike erected near Judiciary Square in the District of Columbia, and for other purposes.
HB-1165: Albert Pike Statue Removal Act
Sponsored by: Rep. James P. McGovern
Referred To The Subcommittee On National Parks, Forests, And Public Lands. on 03/23/2021
HB-1175: Smithsonian and National Gallery of Art Collections Space Authorization Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard
Referred To The Subcommittee On Economic Development, Public Buildings, And Emergency Management. on 02/19/2021
Emancipation Statue Removal Act [HB-1164]
[Race and Civil Rights ]
[Public Lands and National Parks ]
[Arts and Culture ]
To require the Secretary of the Interior to remove the Emancipation Memorial from Lincoln Park in the District of Columbia, and for other purposes.
HB-1164: Emancipation Statue Removal Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Raul M. Grijalva
Referred To The Subcommittee On National Parks, Forests, And Public Lands. on 03/23/2021
SR-37: A resolution expressing solidarity with the San Isidro Movement in Cuba, condemning escalated attacks against artistic freedoms in Cuba, and calling for the repeal of laws that violate freedom of expression and the immediate release of arbitrarily detained artists, journalists, and activists.
Sponsored by: Sen. Ron Wyden
Resolution Agreed To In Senate With An Amendment And An Amended Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S1996-1998; Text: Cr S1997-1998) on 04/15/2021
You have voted SR-37: A resolution expressing solidarity with the San Isidro Movement in Cuba, condemning escalated attacks against artistic freedoms in Cuba, and calling for the repeal of laws that violate freedom of expression and the immediate release of arbitrarily detained artists, journalists, and activists..
Artistic Recognition for Talented Students Act ARTS Act [HB-704]
[Arts and Culture ]
[Education ]
To amend section 708 of title 17, United States Code, to permit the Register of Copyrights to waive fees for filing an application for registration of a copyright claim in certain circumstances, and for other purposes.
HB-704: Artistic Recognition for Talented Students Act ARTS Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Henry C. Johnson
Received In The Senate. Read Twice. Placed On Senate Legislative Calendar Under General Orders. Calendar No. 82. on 06/24/2021
ARTS Act Artistic Recognition for Talented Students Act [S.169]
[Arts and Culture ]
[Education ]
A bill to amend title 17, United States Code, to require the Register of Copyrights to waive fees for filing an application for registration of a copyright claim in certain circumstances, and for other purposes.
S.169: ARTS Act Artistic Recognition for Talented Students Act
Sponsored by: Sen. Marsha Blackburn
Presented To President. on 10/17/2022
Woman on the Twenty Act of 2021 [HB-503]
[Arts and Culture ]
[Finance ]
[Race and Civil Rights ]
To require $20 notes to include a portrait of Harriet Tubman, and for other purposes.
HB-503: Woman on the Twenty Act of 2021
Sponsored by: Rep. Raul M. Grijalva
Introduced In House on 01/28/2021
No Taxpayer-Funded Art in Embassies Act [HB-278]
[Arts and Culture ]
[Budget and Spending ]
[Funding ]
[International ]
To prohibit the use of United States Government funds for art in United States embassies and consulates, and for other purposes.
HB-278: No Taxpayer-Funded Art in Embassies Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Tim Burchett
Introduced In House on 01/12/2021
Smithsonian and National Gallery of Art Collections Space Authorization Act [S.4925]
[Arts and Culture ]
[Public Lands and National Parks ]
[Construction ]
Authorizes the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution and the Board of Trustees of the National Gallery of Art to construct and use a collections storage space at the museum support facility of the Smithsonian Institution in Suitland, Maryland, to accommodate the care, preservation, conservation, storage, and study of national collections held in trust by the Smithsonian Institution and the National Gallery of Art.
S.4925: Smithsonian and National Gallery of Art Collections Space Authorization Act
Sponsored by: Sen. Patrick J. Leahy
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Rules And Administration. on 11/30/2020
A resolution designating March 2, 2015, as "Read Across America Day". [SR-91]
[Education ]
[Arts and Culture ]
[Children and Youth ]
A resolution designating March 2, 2015, as "Read Across America Day". Designates March 2, 2015, as Read Across America Day. Honors Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss) for his success in encouraging children to discover the joy of reading. Honors the 18th anniversary of Read Across America Day. Encourages parents to read with their children for at least 30 minutes on Read Across America Day.
SR-91: A resolution designating March 2, 2015, as "Read Across America Day".
Sponsored by: Sen. Jack Reed
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S1184; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S1171) on 02/26/2015
A resolution recognizing the 75th anniversary of the opening of the National Gallery of Art. [SR-527]
[Arts and Culture ]
A resolution recognizing the 75th anniversary of the opening of the National Gallery of Art. Recognizes the 75th anniversary of the opening of the National Gallery of Art. Acknowledges its contribution to the cultural life of the United States. Applauds the Gallery's work to collect and preserve art, educate people in the United States, and bring exciting exhibitions for all to enjoy. Commends the work of its staff to ensure that all people in the United States have access to the highest quality of art.
SR-527: A resolution recognizing the 75th anniversary of the opening of the National Gallery of Art.
Sponsored by: Sen. Susan M. Collins
Senate Committee On Rules And Administration Discharged By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S6256) on 09/29/2016
A resolution relating to the death of Elie Wiesel, Holocaust survivor, powerful advocate for peace and human rights, and award-winning author. [SR-523]
[Human Rights ]
A resolution relating to the death of Elie Wiesel, Holocaust survivor, powerful advocate for peace and human rights, and award-winning author. Extends condolences to the family of Elie Wiesel, an award-winning author who helped the world understand the horrors of the Holocaust and gave a voice to those who suffered and perished in Nazi death camps. Honors Wiesel's lifelong commitment to advancing human dignity, freedom, and respect throughout the world. Expresses continued support for human rights and protection of religious liberty. Expresses admiration
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SR-523: A resolution relating to the death of Elie Wiesel, Holocaust survivor, powerful advocate for peace and human rights, and award-winning author.
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert P. Casey
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S4922-4923; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S4919) on 07/07/2016
You have voted SR-523: A resolution relating to the death of Elie Wiesel, Holocaust survivor, powerful advocate for peace and human rights, and award-winning author..
A resolution honoring the life and achievements of Prince. [SR-444]
[Arts and Culture ]
A resolution honoring the life and achievements of Prince. Honors the life of Prince Rogers Nelson (Prince) and his achievements as a musician, composer, innovator, and cultural icon.
SR-444: A resolution honoring the life and achievements of Prince.
Sponsored by: Sen. Amy Klobuchar
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S2500-2501; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S2496) on 04/27/2016
A resolution designating March 2, 2016, as "Read Across America Day". [SR-384]
[Education ]
[Arts and Culture ]
[Children and Youth ]
A resolution designating March 2, 2016, as "Read Across America Day". Designates March 2, 2016, as Read Across America Day. Honors Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss) for his success in encouraging children to discover the joy of reading. Honors the 19th anniversary of Read Across America Day. Encourages parents to read with their children for at least 30 minutes on Read Across America Day.
SR-384: A resolution designating March 2, 2016, as "Read Across America Day".
Sponsored by: Sen. Jack Reed
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S1238; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S1226-1227) on 03/02/2016
A resolution commemorating the 20th anniversary of the opening of the American Visionary Art Museum. [SR-317]
[Arts and Culture ]
A resolution commemorating the 20th anniversary of the opening of the American Visionary Art Museum. Commemorates the 20th anniversary of the opening of the American Visionary Art Museum in Baltimore, Maryland. Reaffirms that visionary art is a rare and valuable national treasure to which individuals in the United States should devote attention, support, and resources to ensure it is collected, preserved, and understood.
SR-317: A resolution commemorating the 20th anniversary of the opening of the American Visionary Art Museum.
Sponsored by: Sen. Barbara A. Mikulski
Senate Committee On Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions Discharged By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S8560-8561) on 12/09/2015
SR-308: A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 20, 2015, as the "National Day on Writing".
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert P. Casey
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S7843; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S7822-7823) on 11/05/2015
A resolution honoring the life of Rachel Carson. [SR-142]
[Environmental ]
[Science ]
A resolution honoring the life of Rachel Carson. Honors the life of Rachel Carson, a scientist, writer, and pioneer of the environmental movement.
SR-142: A resolution honoring the life of Rachel Carson.
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert P. Casey
Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S2305-2306) on 04/21/2015
SCR-24: A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for the unveiling of the marble bust of Vice President Richard Cheney on December 3, 2015.
Sponsored by: Sen. Roy Blunt
Received In The House. on 11/16/2015
You have voted SCR-24: A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for the unveiling of the marble bust of Vice President Richard Cheney on December 3, 2015..