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- H.R.20
H.R.20: Capitol Visitor Center Authorization Act of 1997
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced Jan. 7, 1997
- Latest Major Action Oct. 21, 1998
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
26 (6 Democrats, 21 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Capitol Visitor Center Authorization Act of 1997 - Authorizes the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), under the direction of the U.S. Capitol Preservation Commission (Commission), to: (1) plan, construct, equip, administer, and maintain a Capitol Visitor Center under the East Plaza of the Capitol; and (2) reconstruct the East Plaza and its environs to enhance its attractiveness, safety, and security. Requires that the design of the Capitol Visitor...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Public Buildings and Economic Development.
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Subcommittee Hearings Held.
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See H.R.4328.
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| Jan. 7, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by John L. Mica (R-Fla.) |