Smithsonian Modernization Act of 2013
Bill journey · stage 2 of 5
Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jul 8, 2013)
Smithsonian Modernization Act of 2013 - Revises requirements for the composition of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Requires the Board to be composed of 21 members appointed by the President from among lists of nominees submitted by the Speaker of the House and the Majority Leader of the Senate.
Increases from 8 to 17 the number of Regents constituting a quorum to do business.
Revises requirements for the terms of office for Regents. Permits Regents to be reappointed.
What just happenedJul 8, 2013
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseJul 8, 2013
- Jul 8, 2013IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
- Jul 8, 2013IntroReferralB00100
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1021-1022)
- Jul 8, 2013IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Jul 8, 2013IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House