Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum Act
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What it doesSummary reported to house (Apr 23, 2026)
Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum Act
This bill authorizes the Smithsonian American Women's History Museum to be located on a particular site within the Reserve of the National Mall in Washington, DC.
Specifically, the bill designates the South Monument site as the location for the museum; however, the President may designate an alternative site within 180 days of the bill's enactment. (The site is the undeveloped land across the National Mall from the National Museum of African American History and Culture.) Administrative jurisdiction of the site must be transferred to the Smithsonian Institution.
The Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution must have the approval of specified federal entities (e.g., the Commission of Fine Arts) to plan, design, and construct a museum building. The bill (1) outlines the criteria for considering site and design proposals, and (2) requires the Smithsonian Institution to reimburse for costs resulting from the building approval process.
The bill directs the museum to be dedicated to preserving, researching, and presenting the history, achievements, and lived experiences of biological women in the United States. Under this bill, the museum may not identify, present, describe, or depict any biological male as a female.
In carrying out its duties, the museum's advisory council must (1) seek and utilize guidance from a broad array of knowledgeable and respected sources reflecting the diversity of the political viewpoints and authentic experiences held by women in the United States, and (2) seek guidance for the creation and substantial revision of exhibits and programs.
What just happenedMay 21, 2026
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Who’s behind it
- Reported in HouseApr 23, 2026
- Introduced in HouseFeb 13, 2025
- May 21, 2026FloorH38310
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- May 21, 2026FloorH37100
On passage Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 204 - 216 (Roll no. 188).
- May 21, 2026Floor9000
Failed of passage/not agreed to in House On passage Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 204 - 216 (Roll no. 188).
- May 21, 2026FloorH36210
On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 209 - 209 (Roll no. 187).
Committee on House Administration - May 21, 2026FloorH8A000
The previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.
- May 21, 2026FloorH36200
Ms. Randall moved to recommit to the Committee on House Administration. (CR H3692)
Committee on House Administration - May 21, 2026FloorH30000
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3707-3710)
- May 21, 2026FloorH8D000
Pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule XIX, the House resumed consideration of H.R. 1329.
- May 21, 2026FloorH8D000
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - Pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule XIX, the Chair announced further proceedings on H.R. 1329 is postponed.
- May 21, 2026FloorH35000
The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
- May 21, 2026FloorH8D000
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 1329.
- May 21, 2026FloorH8D000
Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1041, H.R. 6047 and H.R. 1329. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 1041, H.R. 6047, and H.R. 1329 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each bill.
- May 21, 2026FloorH30000
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1300. (consideration: CR H3692-3699; text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H3692-3693)
- May 20, 2026FloorH1L220
Rule H. Res. 1300 passed House.
- May 19, 2026FloorH1L210
Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1300 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1041, H.R. 6047 and H.R. 1329. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 1041, H.R. 6047, and H.R. 1329 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each bill.
- Apr 23, 2026CalendarsH12410
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 538.
- Apr 23, 2026DischargeH12300
Committee on Natural Resources discharged.
Natural Resources Committee - Apr 23, 2026Committee5500
Committee on Natural Resources discharged.
Natural Resources Committee - Apr 23, 2026CommitteeH12200
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on House Administration. H. Rept. 119-621, Part I.
Committee on House Administration - Apr 23, 2026Committee5000
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on House Administration. H. Rept. 119-621, Part I.
Committee on House Administration - Mar 18, 2026Committee
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 7 - 4.
Committee on House Administration - Mar 18, 2026Committee
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Committee on House Administration - Feb 10, 2026Committee
Subcommittee Hearings Held
Federal Lands Subcommittee - Feb 3, 2026Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.
Federal Lands Subcommittee - Feb 13, 2025IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Natural Resources Committee - Feb 13, 2025IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Committee on House Administration - Feb 13, 2025IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Feb 13, 2025IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House