H.R. 3986 · 110th Congress · 2007–2008
John F. Kennedy Center Reauthorization Act of 2008
H.R. 3986 in the 110th Congress (2007–2008) became law — introduced on Oct 29, 2007, sponsored by James Oberstar with 3 co-sponsors.
During the 110th Congress (2007–2008), George W. Bush was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Oct 29, 2007
- Co-sponsors
- 3
- Policy area
- Arts, Culture, Religion
- Public law
- Public Law 110-338
What it does
John. F. Kennedy Center Reauthorization Act of 2008 - Amends the John F. Kennedy Center Act to allow the Trustees of the John F. Kennedy for the Performing Arts (the Board) to study, plan, design, engineer, and construct a photovoltaic system for the main roof of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
James Oberstar (D-MN). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat, 2 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedOct 29, 2007
- Passed the HouseDec 11, 2007
- Passed the SenateJun 26, 2008
- Sent to the PresidentSep 26, 2008
- Became lawOct 3, 2008
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 110-338. (Oct 3, 2008)
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Committees
- Environment and Public Works Committee
- Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
More
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