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H.R. 1442 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004

Vietnam Veterans Memorial Visitor Center Act

H.R. 1442 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Mar 26, 2003, sponsored by Richard Pombo with 85 co-sponsors.

During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Mar 26, 2003
Co-sponsors
85
Policy area
Public Lands and Natural Resources
Public law
Public Law 108-126

What it does

Vietnam Veterans Memorial Visitor Center Act - Authorizes the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund, Inc. to design and construct a visitor center for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Directs the Commission on Fine Arts to approve a final design for the center within one year.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Richard Pombo (R-CA). Co-sponsors: 53 Democrats, 32 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMar 26, 2003
  • Passed the HouseOct 15, 2003
  • Passed the SenateNov 5, 2003
  • Sent to the PresidentNov 7, 2003
  • Became lawNov 17, 2003

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-126. (Nov 17, 2003)

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