United States 112th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

HR 1787 — Smithsonian Modernization Act of 2011

Last action — Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.

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  3. Died in session

This bill died with 112th 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

Smithsonian Modernization Act of 2011 - Revises provisions regarding the composition of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution by providing for the membership of the Regents to be composed of 21 members who shall be appointed by the President from among a list of nominees submitted by the Speaker of the House and the Majority Leader of the Senate. Revises the number of Regents who shall constitute a quorum to do business. Revises requirements for the terms of office for Regents. Permits Regents to be reappointed.

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Action History

  1. Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.

  2. Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E813, E831)

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on

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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (546)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 1787 do?
Smithsonian Modernization Act of 2011 - Revises provisions regarding the composition of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution by providing for the membership of the Regents to be composed of 21 members who shall be appointed by the President from among a list of nominees submitted by the Speaker of the House and the Majority Leader of the Senate. Revises the number of Regents who shall constitute a quorum to do business. Revises requirements for the terms of office for Regents. Permits Regents to be reappointed.
Who sponsors HR 1787?
HR 1787 is sponsored by Eleanor Norton (D).
What is the current status of HR 1787?
This bill died with 112th 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 1787?
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