What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 4738.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-28.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr4738/BILLS-117hr4738rfs.htm

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: https://clerk.house.gov/evs/2022/roll089.xml

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Letlow, Julia [R-LA-5].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 376 - 47 (Roll no. 89). (text: 3/28/2022 CR H3883-3884)

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 4738

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COVID-19 History Project: Collecting Pandemic Experiences for Future Generations

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: The Library of Congress will create an archive of video and audio recordings, written materials, and photographs related to COVID-19 experiences. The project will focus on stories from individuals who contracted the virus, lost loved ones, and frontline healthcare workers. Collected materials will be available online, helping to educate the public about the pandemic's impact and commemorate its victims.

This act establishes a project to collect personal histories, recordings, and photographs from individuals affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The goal is to preserve these memories for future generations to understand the pandemic's impact on daily American life. The collected materials will be publicly accessible through the Library of Congress.

Key points

The Library of Congress will create an archive of video and audio recordings, written materials, and photographs related to COVID-19 experiences.

The project will focus on stories from individuals who contracted the virus, lost loved ones, and frontline healthcare workers.

Collected materials will be available online, helping to educate the public about the pandemic's impact and commemorate its victims.

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2022-03-29

For 376

Against 47

Abstain 0

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Additional Information

COVID–19 American History Project Act

Print number: HR 4738

Sponsor: Rep. Letlow, Julia [R-LA-5]

Process start date: 2021-07-28

Voting date: 2022-03-29

Meeting no: 2

Voting no: 89

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