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H.R. 1329 House Arts, Culture, Religion

Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum Act

Introduced
Feb 13, 2025
Sponsor
Rep. Malliotakis, Nicole (R-NY-11)
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STAGE 4 OF 8 — HOUSE FLOOR

Currently in the House. Last action: motion to reconsider laid on the table agreed to without objection on May 21, 2026.

  1. House Introduced in House Feb 13, 2025
  2. House 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. Feb 13, 2025
  3. House Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands. Feb 3, 2026
  4. House Subcommittee Hearings Held Feb 10, 2026
  5. House Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held Mar 18, 2026
  6. House Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 7 - 4. Mar 18, 2026
  7. House Reported (Amended) by the Committee on House Administration. H. Rept. 119-621, Part I. Apr 23, 2026
  8. House Committee on Natural Resources discharged. Apr 23, 2026
  9. House Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 538. Apr 23, 2026
  10. House Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1300 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1041, H.R. 6047 and H.R. 1329. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 1041, H.R. 6047, and H.R. 1329 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each bill. May 19, 2026
  11. House Rule H. Res. 1300 passed House. May 20, 2026
  12. House Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1300. (consideration: CR H3692-3699; text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H3692-3693) May 21, 2026
  13. House Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1041, H.R. 6047 and H.R. 1329. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 1041, H.R. 6047, and H.R. 1329 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each bill. May 21, 2026
  14. House DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 1329. May 21, 2026
  15. House The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. May 21, 2026
  16. House POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - Pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule XIX, the Chair announced further proceedings on H.R. 1329 is postponed. May 21, 2026
  17. House Pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule XIX, the House resumed consideration of H.R. 1329. May 21, 2026
  18. House Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3707-3710) May 21, 2026
  19. House Ms. Randall moved to recommit to the Committee on House Administration. (CR H3692) May 21, 2026
  20. House The previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX. May 21, 2026
  21. House On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 209 - 209 (Roll no. 187). May 21, 2026
  22. House Failed of passage/not agreed to in House On passage Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 204 - 216 (Roll no. 188). May 21, 2026
  23. House On passage Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 204 - 216 (Roll no. 188). May 21, 2026
  24. House Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. May 21, 2026
  25. House
    On Motion to Recommit May 21, 2026
    Defeated Yea 209 Nay 209 Roll Call
  26. House Latest vote
    On Passage May 21, 2026
    Defeated Yea 204 Nay 216 Roll Call

Cosponsors

232

Subjects

Congressional oversightGovernment buildings, facilities, and propertyMuseums, exhibitions, cultural centersSmithsonian InstitutionU.S. history

Committees

  • Committee on House Administration
    • Unknown , May 21, 2026
    • Unknown , May 21, 2026
    • Reported By , Apr 23, 2026
    • Markup By , Mar 18, 2026
    • Referred To , Feb 13, 2025
  • Natural Resources Committee
    • Discharged From , Apr 23, 2026
    • Referred To , Feb 13, 2025

Summary

Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum ActThis bill authorizes the Smithsonian American Women's History Museum to be located on a particular site within the Reserve of the National Mall in Washington, DC.Specifically, the bill designates the South Monument site as the location for the museum; however, the President may designate an alternative site within 180 days of the bill's enactment. (The site is the undeveloped land across the National Mall from the National Museum of African American History and Culture.) Administrative jurisdiction of the site must be transferred to the Smithsonian Institution. The Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution must have the approval of specified federal entities (e.g., the Commission of Fine Arts) to plan, design, and construct a museum building. The bill (1) outlines the criteria for considering site and design proposals, and (2) requires the Smithsonian Institution to reimburse for costs resulting from the building approval process.The bill directs the museum to be dedicated to preserving, researching, and presenting the history, achievements, and lived experiences of biological women in the United States. Under this bill, the museum may not identify, present, describe, or depict any biological male as a female.In carrying out its duties, the museum's advisory council must (1) seek and utilize guidance from a broad array of knowledgeable and respected sources reflecting the diversity of the political viewpoints and authentic experiences held by women in the United States, and (2) seek guidance for the creation and substantial revision of exhibits and programs.

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