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Limiting Smithsonian Institution Spending for Fiscal Year 2024

This bill aims to cap the amount of money the Smithsonian Institution can spend on salaries and expenses in fiscal year 2024. This means that the museums and research centers under the Smithsonian will need to manage their finances within this set limit, potentially affecting their operations and accessibility for the public.
Key points
Sets a maximum spending limit for the Smithsonian Institution for 2024 at $739,994,000.
May impact the operations of museums and educational programs if their budgets are reduced.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_2217
Sponsor: Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]
Process start date: 2023-03-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Related Agencies, Smithsonian Institution, Salaries and Expenses for fiscal year 2024.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2217.

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 2023-03-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Sets a maximum spending limit for the Smithsonian Institution for 2024 at $739,994,000.
  • May impact the operations of museums and educational programs if their budgets are reduced.
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. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5].

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 2025-12-24.

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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