Bill Summary
This bill, if passed, would direct the Joint Committee on the Library to obtain a statue of Shirley Chisholm, a notable figure in American history, and place it in a permanent location in the United States Capitol. The Joint Committee would have 5 years to enter into an agreement to obtain the statue, and the necessary funds would be authorized for this purpose. The Architect of the Capitol may be authorized to enter into contracts on behalf of the Joint Committee.
Possible Impacts
1. This legislation could affect people by honoring the legacy of Shirley Chisholm, the first African-American woman elected to the United States Congress, and providing representation for marginalized communities in the United States Capitol building. This can serve as a source of inspiration and empowerment for people from underrepresented groups who visit the Capitol.
2. The legislation could also affect individuals involved in the process of obtaining and placing the statue, such as the Joint Committee on the Library and the Architect of the Capitol. They would have to navigate the terms and conditions set forth in the agreement and contracts, as well as ensure compliance with applicable laws.
3. The authorization of appropriations could affect taxpayers, as their money may be used to fund the obtaining and placement of the statue. Supporters of the legislation may see this as a worthwhile investment in promoting diversity and representation in government, while opponents may view it as a misuse of funds.
[Congressional Bills 116th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. 728 Introduced in Senate (IS)]
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116th CONGRESS
1st Session
S. 728
To direct the Joint Committee on the Library to obtain a statue of
Shirley Chisholm for placement in the United States Capitol.
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
March 7, 2019
Ms. Harris (for herself, Mr. Schumer, Mr. Markey, Mr. Blumenthal, Mr.
Coons, Ms. Hirono, Ms. Smith, Mr. Kaine, Mr. Durbin, Mr. Wyden, Mr.
Booker, Mr. Sanders, Ms. Warren, Ms. Duckworth, Ms. Klobuchar, Mr.
Brown, and Mrs. Murray) introduced the following bill; which was read
twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration
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A BILL
To direct the Joint Committee on the Library to obtain a statue of
Shirley Chisholm for placement in the United States Capitol.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the
United States of America in Congress assembled,
SECTION 1. PLACEMENT OF STATUE OF SHIRLEY CHISHOLM IN UNITED STATES
CAPITOL.
(a) Obtaining Statue.--Not later than 5 years after the date of
enactment of this Act, the Joint Committee on the Library shall enter
into an agreement to obtain a statue of Shirley Chisholm, under such
terms and conditions as the Joint Committee considers appropriate
consistent with applicable law. The Joint Committee may authorize the
Architect of the Capitol to enter into the agreement and related
contracts required under this subsection on its behalf, under such
terms and conditions as the Joint Committee may require.
(b) Placement.--The Joint Committee on the Library shall place the
statue obtained under subsection (a) in a suitable permanent location
in the United States Capitol.
(c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be
appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out this Act, and
any amounts so appropriated shall remain available until expended.
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