legislation: 96-s-1814

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96-s-1814 96 s 1814 National Center for the Study of Afro-American History and Culture Act Arts, Culture, Religion 1979-09-25 1980-11-12 Referred to House Committee on Education and Labor. Senate Sen. Glenn, John H., Jr. [D-OH] OH D G000236 1 (Measure passed Senate, amended) National Center for the Study of Afro-American History and Culture Act - Establishes the National Afro-American History and Culture Commission which shall: (1) be responsible for the development of a definitive plan for the construction and operation of the National Center for the Study of Afro-American History and Culture; and (2) solicit subscriptions of funds from private and public sources to help meet costs of the construction, furnishing, and operation of the center, including the costs of research programs and administration. Allows the Commission to: (1) acquire by gift, purchase with appropriated or donated funds, transfer from any Federal or State agency, exchange, or otherwise, suitable land and interest in land in the vicinity of Wilberforce, Ohio, for the location of the headquarters of the Center; (2) acquire any other real or personal property necessary for the establishment and operation of the Center; and (3) sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of any property acquired and designate any proceeds from such disposal for the benefit of the Center. Sets forth the terms and conditions for membership on such Commission. Requires the Commission to report annually to Congress on the financial transactions and activities of the Commission. 2025-07-21T19:44:15Z  

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