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Shirley Chisholm Statue in US Capitol: Honoring a political pioneer.

This bill directs the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library to obtain and place a statue of Shirley Chisholm in a permanent, public location within the United States Capitol. While the bill does not affect citizens' finances or daily rights, it serves as a symbolic recognition of an important historical figure. This action promotes public awareness of the contributions of women and minorities to American politics. Necessary funds are authorized for this purpose.
Key points
Mandate for Congress to obtain a statue of Shirley Chisholm within 2 years of the Act's enactment.
The statue must be placed in a permanent, public location within the United States Capitol.
Authorization of necessary appropriations to cover the costs of obtaining and installing the statue.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_2198
Sponsor: Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9]
Process start date: 2021-03-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To direct the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library to obtain a statue of Shirley Chisholm for placement in the United States Capitol.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2198.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandate for Congress to obtain a statue of Shirley Chisholm within 2 years of the Act's enactment.
  • The statue must be placed in a permanent, public location within the United States Capitol.
  • Authorization of necessary appropriations to cover the costs of obtaining and installing the statue.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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