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Thomas Paine Memorial in D.C.: Commemoration without federal funds.

This act authorizes the construction of a memorial to Thomas Paine in Washington D.C. or its vicinity. Importantly, no taxpayer money will be used for its construction, and any leftover funds will be directed towards the maintenance of other memorials.
Key points
Authorization for a memorial to Thomas Paine, a significant figure in U.S. history, in the nation's capital.
No federal public funds will be used for the memorial's construction; costs will be covered by the association.
Any unused funds from the memorial's construction will be transferred for the maintenance of other national memorials.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6720
Sponsor: Rep. Raskin, Jamie [D-MD-8]
Process start date: 2022-02-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To authorize the Thomas Paine Memorial Association to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6720.

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 2022-02-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorization for a memorial to Thomas Paine, a significant figure in U.S. history, in the nation's capital.
  • No federal public funds will be used for the memorial's construction; costs will be covered by the association.
  • Any unused funds from the memorial's construction will be transferred for the maintenance of other national memorials.
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. Raskin, Jamie [D-MD-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 497.

Is this summary verified?

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

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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