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S.J.Res. 49 · 112th Congress · 2011–2012

A joint resolution providing for the appointment of Barbara Barrett as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution.

S.J.Res. 49 in the 112th Congress (2011–2012) became law — introduced on Aug 1, 2012, sponsored by Patrick J. Leahy with 2 co-sponsors.

During the 112th Congress (2011–2012), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held the House majority and Democrats the Senate majority.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Aug 1, 2012
Co-sponsors
2
Policy area
Government Operations and Politics
Public law
Public Law 112-262

What it does

Appoints Barbara Barrett as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Patrick J. Leahy (D-VT). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat, 1 Republican.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedAug 1, 2012
  • Passed the SenateAug 1, 2012
  • Passed the HouseDec 20, 2012
  • Sent to the PresidentDec 31, 2012
  • Became lawJan 10, 2013

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 112-262. (Jan 10, 2013)

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Committees

  • Committee on House Administration

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