A joint resolution commemorating the opening of the National Museum of the American Indian.
Public Law 108-322 · S.J.Res. 41 · 108th Congress · began in the Senate
Signed by George W. Bush (R) on Oct 5, 2004 · Commemorations
Sponsor: Sen. Ben Campbell (R-CO)
Cosponsors (36): Sen. Daniel Inouye, Sen. Maria Cantwell,
Passage votes
- HouseVoice vote
- SenateUnanimous consent
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Summary
The Congressional Research Service’s plain-language summary of what the law does.
Recognizes the important and unique contribution of Native Americans to the cultural legacy of the United States, both in the past and currently.
Honors the cultural achievements of all Native Americans.
Celebrates the official opening of the National Museum of the American Indian.
Requests the President to issue a proclamation encouraging all Americans to take advantage of the resources of the Museum to learn about the history and culture of Native Americans.
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Timeline
From introduction to signing, newest first: the committees, the floor and the president. 19 actions.
- Oct 5, 2004Became lawBecame law · Became Public Law No: 108-322.
- Became lawBecame law · Signed by President.
- Sep 29, 2004FloorFloor · Presented to President.
- Sep 21, 2004FloorFloor · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- FloorFloor · On motion to suspend the rules and pass the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
- FloorFloor · DEBATE - The House resumed debate on S.J. Res. 41.
- FloorFloor · DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S.J. Res. 41.
- FloorFloor · Considered under suspension of the rules.
- FloorFloor · Mr. Ehlers moved to suspend the rules and pass the resolution.
- Sep 7, 2004FloorFloor · Message on Senate action sent to the House.
- FloorFloor · Received in the House.
- CommitteeCommittee · Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
- Jul 22, 2004FloorFloor · Passed Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Jul 16, 2004CalendarCalendar · Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 641.
- CommitteeCommittee · Committee on Indian Affairs. Reported by Senator Campbell with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and with an amended preamble. Without written report.
- Jul 14, 2004CommitteeCommittee · Committee on Indian Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
- Jul 7, 2004CommitteeCommittee · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs.
- CommitteeCommittee · Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S7755)
- IntroducedIntroduced · Introduced in Senate
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Official record
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