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Big Cat Public Safety Act [HB-263]
[Animals ]
[Public Safety ]
To amend the Lacey Act Amendments of 1981 to clarify provisions enacted by the Captive Wildlife Safety Act, to further the conservation of certain wildlife species, and for other purposes.
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Urging Tom Flores be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. [HR-27]
[Sports ]
Urging Tom Flores be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
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Big Cat Public Safety Act [HB-211]
[Animals ]
[Public Safety ]
To amend the Lacey Act Amendments of 1981 to clarify provisions enacted by the Captive Wildlife Safety Act, to further the conservation of certain wildlife species, and for other purposes.
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National Medal of Honor Monument Act [HB-108]
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[Veterans ]
[Military ]
To authorize the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs, and for other purposes.
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COVID–19 National Memorial Act [HB-96]
[Public Health ]
[Healthcare ]
[Disaster Relief ]
[Community Development ]
[Funding ]
[Grants ]
[Public Safety ]
To authorize a national memorial to commemorate those whose lives were lost to COVID-19 and those who helped the country to recover, and for other purposes.
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National Jazz Preservation, Education, and Promulgation Act of 2021 [HB-139]
[Arts and Culture ]
[Education ]
[International ]
To preserve knowledge and promote education about jazz in the United States and abroad.
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To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Lyndon Baines Johnson, the 36th President of the United States whose visionary leadership secured passage of the landmark Voting Rights Act of 1965, Social Security Amendments Act (Medicare) of 1965, Civil Rights Act of 1964, Higher Education Act of 1965, and Immigration and Naturalization Act of 1965. [HB-115]
[Voting Rights ]
[Medicare and Medicaid ]
[Immigration ]
[Race and Civil Rights ]
[Social Security ]
[Education ]
To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Lyndon Baines Johnson, the 36th President of the United States whose visionary leadership secured passage of the landmark Voting Rights Act of 1965, Social Security Amendments Act (Medicare) of 1965, Civil Rights Act of 1964, Higher Education Act of 1965, and Immigration and Naturalization Act of 1965.
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National Museum of the American People Presidential Commission Establishment Act of 2020 [S.4963]
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Directs the President to establish a bipartisan commission to study the establishment of a National Museum of the American People.
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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.
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A resolution recognizing the invaluable contributions of the towing and recovery industry in the United States, the International Towing & Recovery Hall of Fame & Museum, towing associations around the world, and the members of those towing associations and designating the week of September 9 through 15, 2016, as "National Towing Industry Awareness Week". [SR-568]
[Transportation and Motor Vehicles ]
[Small Business ]
[Tourism ]
A resolution recognizing the invaluable contributions of the towing and recovery industry in the United States, the International Towing & Recovery Hall of Fame & Museum, towing associations around the world, and the members of those towing associations and designating the week of September 9 through 15, 2016, as "National Towing Industry Awareness Week". Recognizes the 100th anniversary of the tow truck. Designates the week of September 9-15, 2016, as National Towing Industry Awareness Week, to be held in conjunction with the International Towing
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A resolution recognizing the 75th anniversary of the opening of the National Gallery of Art. [SR-527]
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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.
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A resolution designating July 8, 2016, as Collector Car Appreciation Day and recognizing that the collection and restoration of historic and classic cars is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States. [SR-507]
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[Transportation and Motor Vehicles ]
A resolution designating July 8, 2016, as Collector Car Appreciation Day and recognizing that the collection and restoration of historic and classic cars is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States. Designates July 8, 2016, as Collector Car Appreciation Day. Recognizes that the collection and restoration of historic and classic cars is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States.
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A resolution expressing support for the goals and ideals of the biennial USA Science & Engineering Festival in Washington, DC, and designating April 11 through April 17, 2016, as "National Science and Technology Week". [SR-411]
[Science ]
[Technology and Innovation ]
[Education ]
A resolution expressing support for the goals and ideals of the biennial USA Science & Engineering Festival in Washington, DC, and designating April 11 through April 17, 2016, as "National Science and Technology Week". Expresses support for the goals and ideals of the USA Science & Engineering Festival to promote scholarship in science and an interest in scientific research and development. Supports a festival, such as the USA Science & Engineering Festival, that focuses on the importance of science and engineering to the daily life of each individual
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A resolution commemorating the 20th anniversary of the opening of the American Visionary Art Museum. [SR-317]
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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.
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A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Calvin G. Moret. [SR-260]
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[Arts and Culture ]
[Veterans ]
[Education ]
A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Calvin G. Moret. Honors the life of Calvin G. Moret, who was dedicated to serving the community and recording the experiences of the members of the Tuskegee Airmen. Recognizes the lasting contributions made by Calvin G. Moret to World War II educational programming and the National WWII Museum.
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A resolution designating July 10, 2015, as Collector Car Appreciation Day and recognizing that the collection and restoration of historic and classic cars is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States. [SR-196]
[Arts and Culture ]
[Transportation and Motor Vehicles ]
[Technology and Innovation ]
A resolution designating July 10, 2015, as Collector Car Appreciation Day and recognizing that the collection and restoration of historic and classic cars is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States. Designates July 10, 2015, as Collector Car Appreciation Day. Recognizes that the collection and restoration of historic and classic cars is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States.
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A joint resolution providing for the reappointment of David M. Rubenstein as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. [SJR-3]
[Arts and Culture ]
A joint resolution providing for the reappointment of David M. Rubenstein as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Reappoints David M. Rubenstein as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution.
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A concurrent resolution recognizing the George C. Marshall Museum and George C. Marshall Research Library in Lexington, Virginia, as the National George C. Marshall Museum and Library. [SCR-37]
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[Libraries ]
[Military ]
[Veterans ]
A concurrent resolution recognizing the George C. Marshall Museum and George C. Marshall Research Library in Lexington, Virginia, as the National George C. Marshall Museum and Library. Recognizes the George C. Marshall Museum and George C. Marshall Research Library in Lexington, Virginia, as the "National George C. Marshall Museum and Library."
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A concurrent resolution supporting the establishment of a bipartisan Museum Study Commission to study the establishment of a National Museum of the American People to tell the immigration and migration stories of all people of the United States. [SCR-23]
[Immigration ]
[Arts and Culture ]
[Funding ]
[Grants ]
A concurrent resolution supporting the establishment of a bipartisan Museum Study Commission to study the establishment of a National Museum of the American People to tell the immigration and migration stories of all people of the United States. Supports the establishment of a bipartisan Museum Study Commission to study the establishment of a National Museum of the American People to tell the immigration and migration stories of all people of the United States, as long as none of the funding to plan, construct, or operate the museum is from federal
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United States Coast Guard Commemorative Coin Act [S.985]
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[Finance ]
[Arts and Culture ]
[Funding ]
[Grants ]
United States Coast Guard Commemorative Coin Act Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue in commemoration of the United States Coast Guard: (1) $5 gold coins, (2) $1 silver coins, and (3) half-dollar clad coins. Requires the design of such coins to be emblematic of the traditions, history, and heritage of the Coast Guard, and its role in securing our nation since 1790. Prescribes design requirements. Restricts the issuance of such coins to the one-year period beginning on January 1, 2018. Prescribes the sale price of the coins and
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