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H.R. 250: To direct the Joint Committee on the Library to procure a statue of Benjamin Franklin for placement in the Capitol.

This bill, designated as H.R. 250, outlines the process for acquiring and placing a statue of Benjamin Franklin in the United States Capitol.

Key Provisions

Procurement of the Statue

The bill mandates that the Joint Committee on the Library must enter into an agreement to procure a statue of Benjamin Franklin by no later than December 31, 2025. The terms and conditions of this agreement are to be determined by the Joint Committee, ensuring compliance with applicable laws.

Placement of the Statue

Once the statue is acquired, the Joint Committee is required to place it in a suitable permanent location within the Capitol. This must be completed by December 31, 2026. The bill specifies that the statue should be accessible to the public during guided tours offered by the Capitol Visitor Center.

Objective

The intent of this bill is to honor Benjamin Franklin, a key figure in American history, by providing a physical representation of his legacy within the national Capitol, where visitors can appreciate his contributions to the United States.

Implications

This legislation does not outline specific budgetary implications or sourcing details but sets a timeline for achieving the procurement and placement of the statue, signifying an effort to enhance the historical representation within the Capitol.

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Actions

9 actions

Date	Action
Feb. 27, 2025	Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Feb. 26, 2025	Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H854-855)
Feb. 26, 2025	DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 250.
Feb. 26, 2025	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Feb. 26, 2025	Mr. Steil moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
Feb. 26, 2025	On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H854)
Feb. 26, 2025	Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H854)
Jan. 09, 2025	Introduced in House
Jan. 09, 2025	Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.

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