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Amy Klobuchar (D-MN)

S.Amdt. 4136

S.Amdt. 4136 · Senate amendment

A Democratic amendment with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See the cosponsor

Changes H.R. 4016 — Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2026

Offered

Offered, and not voted on yet. Most amendments never get a vote: the Senate takes up the bill and moves on without them.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. Pending Consideration

What this amendment would do

SA 4136, submitted by Ms. Klobuchar and Mr. Padilla, aims to add a section regarding the Smithsonian American Women's History Museum to the bill H.R. 4016.

The amendment seeks to change and add the following:

  • Museum Location: It authorizes the museum to be located within the Reserve.
  • Site Jurisdiction: It outlines the process for using a site under another Federal agency's jurisdiction, requiring notification to the agency head and specific congressional committees, followed by the transfer of administrative jurisdiction to the Smithsonian Institution.
  • Content and Diversity: It requires the Council to ensure exhibits and programs accurately represent various cultures, histories, events, and values of women in the U.S. This includes using guidance from a broad array of knowledgeable and respected sources that reflect diverse political viewpoints and authentic experiences.
  • Accountability: It mandates that the Secretary of the Smithsonian submit a report to various House and Senate committees every 2 years (starting 120 days after enactment) regarding compliance with the diversity and representation requirements.