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Commission to Study the Creation of a National Museum of Irish American History

USA119th CongressHR-2121| House 
| Updated: 3/14/2025
Brian K. Fitzpatrick

Brian K. Fitzpatrick

Republican Representative

Pennsylvania

Cosponsors (17)
Christopher R. Deluzio (Democratic)Joe Courtney (Democratic)Paul Tonko (Democratic)Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)George Latimer (Democratic)Mike Kelly (Republican)Mary Gay Scanlon (Democratic)Richard E. Neal (Democratic)Timothy M. Kennedy (Democratic)James P. McGovern (Democratic)William R. Keating (Democratic)Sarah McBride (Democratic)Seth Moulton (Democratic)Josh Gottheimer (Democratic)Michael Lawler (Republican)Susie Lee (Democratic)Gerald E. Connolly (Democratic)

Committee on House Administration, Natural Resources Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill proposes the establishment of the Commission to study the potential creation of a National Museum of Irish American History . The Commission will comprise 23 members, with appointments made by the President, Speaker of the House, House Minority Leader, Senate Majority Leader, and Senate Minority Leader. Members must possess qualifications such as a demonstrated commitment to Irish-American life, art, history, or culture, coupled with expertise in museum administration, fundraising, or post-secondary education in Irish-American studies. The Commission's primary duty is to develop a comprehensive plan for the establishment and maintenance of the proposed Museum in Washington, DC. This includes examining critical issues such as the availability and cost of collections, the Museum's potential impact on regional Irish-American museums, and suitable locations within the capital area. It will also consider whether the Museum should be part of the Smithsonian Institution, its governance structure, and strategies for engaging the Irish-American community. Furthermore, the Commission is mandated to develop a fundraising plan to support the Museum's construction, operation, and maintenance, specifically considering how to achieve this without reliance on federal appropriations. An independent review of this fundraising plan's viability is also required. The Commission must submit its reports and plans, including recommendations for legislative action, within specific deadlines, with the final reports due 24 months after its first meeting and legislative recommendations 12 months thereafter. The bill authorizes appropriations of $2,100,000 for the first fiscal year and $1,100,000 for the second fiscal year to support the Commission's activities.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-1780
Commission to Study the Creation of a National Museum of Irish American History
Mar 14, 2025
Introduced in House
Mar 14, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, 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.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-1780
    Commission to Study the Creation of a National Museum of Irish American History


  • March 14, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • March 14, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, 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.

Arts, Culture, Religion

Commission to Study the Creation of a National Museum of Irish American History

USA119th CongressHR-2121| House 
| Updated: 3/14/2025
This bill proposes the establishment of the Commission to study the potential creation of a National Museum of Irish American History . The Commission will comprise 23 members, with appointments made by the President, Speaker of the House, House Minority Leader, Senate Majority Leader, and Senate Minority Leader. Members must possess qualifications such as a demonstrated commitment to Irish-American life, art, history, or culture, coupled with expertise in museum administration, fundraising, or post-secondary education in Irish-American studies. The Commission's primary duty is to develop a comprehensive plan for the establishment and maintenance of the proposed Museum in Washington, DC. This includes examining critical issues such as the availability and cost of collections, the Museum's potential impact on regional Irish-American museums, and suitable locations within the capital area. It will also consider whether the Museum should be part of the Smithsonian Institution, its governance structure, and strategies for engaging the Irish-American community. Furthermore, the Commission is mandated to develop a fundraising plan to support the Museum's construction, operation, and maintenance, specifically considering how to achieve this without reliance on federal appropriations. An independent review of this fundraising plan's viability is also required. The Commission must submit its reports and plans, including recommendations for legislative action, within specific deadlines, with the final reports due 24 months after its first meeting and legislative recommendations 12 months thereafter. The bill authorizes appropriations of $2,100,000 for the first fiscal year and $1,100,000 for the second fiscal year to support the Commission's activities.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-1780
Commission to Study the Creation of a National Museum of Irish American History
Mar 14, 2025
Introduced in House
Mar 14, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, 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.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-1780
    Commission to Study the Creation of a National Museum of Irish American History


  • March 14, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • March 14, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, 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.
Brian K. Fitzpatrick

Brian K. Fitzpatrick

Republican Representative

Pennsylvania

Cosponsors (17)
Christopher R. Deluzio (Democratic)Joe Courtney (Democratic)Paul Tonko (Democratic)Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)George Latimer (Democratic)Mike Kelly (Republican)Mary Gay Scanlon (Democratic)Richard E. Neal (Democratic)Timothy M. Kennedy (Democratic)James P. McGovern (Democratic)William R. Keating (Democratic)Sarah McBride (Democratic)Seth Moulton (Democratic)Josh Gottheimer (Democratic)Michael Lawler (Republican)Susie Lee (Democratic)Gerald E. Connolly (Democratic)

Committee on House Administration, Natural Resources Committee

Arts, Culture, Religion

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted