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Commission for National Museum of American People: Studying US History and Unity

This act establishes a bipartisan commission to study the creation of a National Museum of the American People. The museum aims to tell the complete story of all groups who came to the United States and their contributions, fostering unity and understanding of diversity. Citizens could gain access to comprehensive knowledge about US history and culture, potentially strengthening a sense of shared identity.
Key points
Establishes a commission to study the creation of a museum dedicated to the history of all ethnic and national groups in the US.
The museum aims to promote unity, understanding of diversity, and shared values, highlighting immigrant contributions.
The commission will develop a plan, including location, costs, and funding methods for the museum, primarily from non-federal sources.
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Print number: 117_S_2077
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Process start date: 2021-06-16