United States 115th Congress Status: Died 3 D cosponsors

HR 1706 — To authorize the Secretary of Education to provide grants for education programs on the history of the treatment of Italian Americans during World War II.

Last action — Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

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  3. Died in session

This bill died with 115th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

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Summary

This bill authorizes the Department of Education to provide grants for public awareness education programs on the history of the treatment of Italian Americans during World War II. In awarding such grants, priority shall be given to Italian American historical and cultural organizations.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. Introduced in House

  2. Introduced in House

  3. Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

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1 sponsors · 2 co-sponsors · 544 not signed on

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Not signed on (544)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 1706 do?
This bill authorizes the Department of Education to provide grants for public awareness education programs on the history of the treatment of Italian Americans during World War II. In awarding such grants, priority shall be given to Italian American historical and cultural organizations.
Who sponsors HR 1706?
HR 1706 is sponsored by Lofgren, Zoe (Democratic), Pascrell, Bill (Democratic), and Capuano, Michael E. (Democratic).
What is the current status of HR 1706?
This bill died with 115th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HR 1706?
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