H.R. 1664 · 117th Congress · 2021–2022
To authorize the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs, and for other purposes.
H.R. 1664 in the 117th Congress (2021–2022) became law — introduced on Mar 8, 2021, sponsored by Marc A. Veasey with 17 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.
During the 117th Congress (2021–2022), Joe Biden was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Mar 8, 2021
- Co-sponsors
- 17
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Public law
- Public Law 117-80
What it does
This bill authorizes the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to establish a commemorative work on federal land in the District of Columbia in honor of the extraordinary acts of valor, selfless service, and sacrifice displayed by Medal of Honor recipients. The foundation shall be solely responsible for the acceptance of contributions for, and the payment of expenses of, the establishment of the commemorative work.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Marc A. Veasey (D-TX). Co-sponsors: 10 Democrats, 7 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 8, 2021
- Passed the HouseJul 26, 2021
- Passed the SenateDec 18, 2021
- Sent to the PresidentDec 23, 2021
- Became lawDec 27, 2021
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 117-80. (Dec 27, 2021)
How Congress voted
- On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
House · Jul 26, 2021 · Passed416–0
Every roll call vote on this bill
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Committees
- Energy and Natural Resources Committee
- Natural Resources Committee
More
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