Smithsonian Modernization Act of 2015
Bill journey · stage 2 of 5
Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jul 22, 2015)
Smithsonian Modernization Act of 2015
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 22, 2015
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseJul 22, 2015
- Jul 22, 2015IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Committee on House Administration - Jul 22, 2015IntroReferralB00100
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1103-1104)
- Jul 22, 2015IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Jul 22, 2015IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House