Bill Summary
This legislation, referred to as a Joint Resolution, outlines the process for reappointing Michael M. Lynton as a citizen regent on the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. It states that the vacancy on the board, which was previously held by Lynton, will be filled by his reappointment for another 6-year term. This process is in accordance with section 5581 of the Revised Statutes of the United States, which governs the appointment and reappointment of members of the Board of Regents. The joint resolution was passed by both the Senate and House of Representatives and will go into effect on either September 29, 2020 or the date of its enactment. The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the Vice President, who also serves as the President of the Senate, are the two officials who signed this joint resolution.
Possible Impacts
1. This legislation could affect Michael M. Lynton by reappointing him as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. It may affect his schedule and duties as a member of the board.
2. This legislation could affect the Smithsonian Institution by filling a vacancy on the Board of Regents and ensuring continuity in its leadership. It may also affect the decisions and direction of the institution.
3. This legislation could affect the citizens of California as Michael M. Lynton is a citizen of the state and his reappointment to the Board of Regents represents their interests and perspectives within the institution. It may also affect the representation and influence of other states on the board.
[Congressional Bills 116th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H.J. Res. 87 Enrolled Bill (ENR)]
H.J.Res.87
One Hundred Sixteenth Congress
of the
United States of America
AT THE SECOND SESSION
Begun and held at the City of Washington on Friday,
the third day of January, two thousand and twenty
Joint Resolution
Providing for the reappointment of Michael M. Lynton as a citizen regent
of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution.
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United
States of America in Congress assembled, That, in accordance with
section 5581 of the Revised Statutes of the United States (20 U.S.C.
43), the vacancy on the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian
Institution, in the class other than Members of Congress, occurring by
reason of the expiration of the term of Michael M. Lynton of California
is filled by the reappointment of the incumbent. The reappointment is
for a term of 6 years, beginning on the later of September 29, 2020, or
the date of the enactment of this joint resolution.
Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Vice President of the United States and
President of the Senate.