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RepublicanBill · H.R. 1330· House(119-HR-1330)

Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino Act

Rep. Malliotakis
Age: 46 years
New York
Introduced
2/13/2025
Last activity
2/13/2025 — 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.
Sponsored by
Nicole Malliotakis
Cosponsors
Republican - 36Democrat - 94
Arts, Culture, Religion
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

The Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino Act aims to allow the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino to be located within the Reserve of the National Mall. The bill provides authorization for the museum to occupy this site despite existing laws or regulations. It establishes a process for notifying and transferring jurisdiction from other federal agencies to the Smithsonian Institution. Additionally, it mandates that the Board of Trustees ensure museum exhibits and programs are comprehensive and diverse. The Board must seek guidance from a broad array of sources reflecting various political viewpoints and authentic experiences. Finally, the bill requires regular reports to various Congressional committees regarding compliance with these requirements.

Yes· 3 of 5

  • Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?+8

    The bill establishes a permanent presence for the National Museum of the American Latino within the National Mall to represent Hispanic and Latino cultures and histories.

  • Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+7

    The bill mandates that the museum exhibits and programs accurately and comprehensively represent the varied cultures, histories, events, and values of Hispanic or Latino communities.

  • Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests?+4

    The bill provides a mechanism for the Smithsonian to acquire administrative jurisdiction over land within the National Mall Reserve for the museum.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.