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Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino Act

USA119th CongressS-1304| Senate 
| Updated: 4/3/2025
Alex Padilla

Alex Padilla

Democratic Senator

California

Cosponsors (8)
Ruben Gallego (Democratic)Catherine Cortez Masto (Democratic)Charles E. Schumer (Democratic)Ben Ray Luján (Democratic)Amy Klobuchar (Democratic)Ted Cruz (Republican)Martin Heinrich (Democratic)Bernie Moreno (Republican)

Rules and Administration Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill authorizes the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino to be located within the Reserve of the National Mall , overriding previous legal restrictions. It also amends the process for designating a site under the jurisdiction of another federal agency, requiring the Smithsonian Board of Regents to notify the agency head, who then must promptly inform specific congressional committees. Following this notification, the federal agency is mandated to transfer administrative jurisdiction of the designated land or structure to the Smithsonian Institution as soon as practicable. Furthermore, the legislation revises the duties of the Museum's Board of Trustees, requiring them to ensure exhibits and programs accurately and comprehensively represent the varied cultures, histories, events, and values of Hispanic or Latino communities . This includes actively seeking guidance from a broad array of knowledgeable and respected sources that reflect diverse political viewpoints and authentic experiences. To ensure accountability, the Secretary of the Smithsonian must submit biennial reports to Congress detailing actions taken to comply with these diversity requirements for both current and future exhibits and programs. These provisions are effective as if included in the original 2021 Act establishing the museum.
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Bill from Previous Congress

S 116-1267
National Museum of the American Latino Act
Feb 13, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-1330
Introduced in House
Apr 3, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Apr 3, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 116-1267
    National Museum of the American Latino Act


  • February 13, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-1330
    Introduced in House


  • April 3, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • April 3, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.

Arts, Culture, Religion

Related Bills

  • HR 119-1330: Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino Act

Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino Act

USA119th CongressS-1304| Senate 
| Updated: 4/3/2025
This bill authorizes the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino to be located within the Reserve of the National Mall , overriding previous legal restrictions. It also amends the process for designating a site under the jurisdiction of another federal agency, requiring the Smithsonian Board of Regents to notify the agency head, who then must promptly inform specific congressional committees. Following this notification, the federal agency is mandated to transfer administrative jurisdiction of the designated land or structure to the Smithsonian Institution as soon as practicable. Furthermore, the legislation revises the duties of the Museum's Board of Trustees, requiring them to ensure exhibits and programs accurately and comprehensively represent the varied cultures, histories, events, and values of Hispanic or Latino communities . This includes actively seeking guidance from a broad array of knowledgeable and respected sources that reflect diverse political viewpoints and authentic experiences. To ensure accountability, the Secretary of the Smithsonian must submit biennial reports to Congress detailing actions taken to comply with these diversity requirements for both current and future exhibits and programs. These provisions are effective as if included in the original 2021 Act establishing the museum.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

S 116-1267
National Museum of the American Latino Act
Feb 13, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-1330
Introduced in House
Apr 3, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Apr 3, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 116-1267
    National Museum of the American Latino Act


  • February 13, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-1330
    Introduced in House


  • April 3, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • April 3, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Alex Padilla

Alex Padilla

Democratic Senator

California

Cosponsors (8)
Ruben Gallego (Democratic)Catherine Cortez Masto (Democratic)Charles E. Schumer (Democratic)Ben Ray Luján (Democratic)Amy Klobuchar (Democratic)Ted Cruz (Republican)Martin Heinrich (Democratic)Bernie Moreno (Republican)

Rules and Administration Committee

Arts, Culture, Religion

Related Bills

  • HR 119-1330: Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted