H.R. 1329

119th Congress

Introduced

Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum Act

Sponsored byRepublican:Rep. Malliotakis, Nicole [R-NY-11]NY· Introduced 13 February 2025
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231

Cosponsors

28

Actions

1

Amendments

2

Committees

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Latest action

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

21 May 2026·2 months ago

Summary

Reported to House · Updated 19 May 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.

Timeline

28 actions

  1. Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3707-3710)

    21 May 2026 · Floor

  2. 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)

    21 May 2026 · Floor

  3. On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 209 - 209 (Roll no. 187).

    21 May 2026 · Floor

  4. Pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule XIX, the House resumed consideration of H.R. 1329.

    21 May 2026 · Floor

  5. 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.

    21 May 2026 · Floor

  6. Ms. Randall moved to recommit to the Committee on House Administration. (CR H3692)

    21 May 2026 · Floor

  7. On passage Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 204 - 216 (Roll no. 188).

    21 May 2026 · Floor

  8. The previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.

    21 May 2026 · Floor

  9. POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - Pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule XIX, the Chair announced further proceedings on H.R. 1329 is postponed.

    21 May 2026 · Floor

  10. DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 1329.

    21 May 2026 · Floor

  11. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

    21 May 2026 · Floor

  12. The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.

    21 May 2026 · Floor

  13. Failed of passage/not agreed to in House On passage Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 204 - 216 (Roll no. 188).

    21 May 2026 · Floor

  14. Rule H. Res. 1300 passed House.

    20 May 2026 · Floor

  15. 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.

    19 May 2026 · Floor

  16. Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 538.

    23 April 2026 · Calendars

  17. Reported (Amended) by the Committee on House Administration. H. Rept. 119-621, Part I.

    23 April 2026 · Committee

  18. Committee on Natural Resources discharged.

    23 April 2026 · Discharge

  19. Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 538.

    23 April 2026 · Calendars

  20. Reported (Amended) by the Committee on House Administration. H. Rept. 119-621, Part I.

    23 April 2026 · Committee

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Sponsorship

231 cosponsors

Sponsor

Republican:Rep. Malliotakis, Nicole [R-NY-11]NY

Cosponsors

  • Democrat3366%
  • Republican1734%
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Classification

Policy area

Arts, Culture, Religion

Legislative subjects

Congressional oversightGovernment buildings, facilities, and propertyMuseums, exhibitions, cultural centersSmithsonian InstitutionU.S. history

Committees

2

  • Committee on House Administration

    House · Standing

    • Referred To13 Feb 2025
    • Markup By18 Mar 2026
    • Reported By23 Apr 2026
    • Unknown21 May 2026
    • Unknown21 May 2026

  • Natural Resources Committee

    House · Standing

    • Referred To13 Feb 2025
    • Discharged From23 Apr 2026

    • Federal Lands Subcommittee

      • Referred to3 Feb 2026
      • Hearings By (subcommittee)10 Feb 2026

Reports

Amendments

1

  • HAMDT 222Agreed

    21 May 2026

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