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H.R. 8103 · 96th Congress · 1979–1980

A bill to provide for the designation of the Smithsonian Institution's National Collection of Fine Arts and the National Museum of History and Technology as the National Museum of American Art and the National Museum of American History respectively.

H.R. 8103 in the 96th Congress (1979–1980) became law — introduced on Sep 10, 1980, sponsored by Frank Thompson Jr..

During the 96th Congress (1979–1980), Jimmy Carter was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Sep 10, 1980
Policy area
Public lands
Public law
Public Law 96-441

Sponsor

Frank Thompson Jr. (D-NJ)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedSep 10, 1980
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawOct 13, 1980

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