Establishes the United States Design Council in the Department of Commerce. Directs the Council to: (1) establish and publicize voluntary standards for excellence in the design of objects and systems; (2) implement programs to educate U.S. enterprisers and the public to the value of design excellence; (3) coordinate design activities with other agencies; (4) develop a repository of information on various aspects of design; (5) to promote courses and careers in design; (6) acquire membership in international design associations; and (7) cooperate with State, local, and private agencies concerned with excellence in design.
Requires the Council to carry out a broad program of planning, coordination, and public education to implement this Act and to report to the President and Congress annually on its activities and recommendations.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Referred to House Committee on Science and Technology.
Referred to Subcommittee on Commerce, Transportation and Tourism.
Referred to Subcommittee on Science Research and Technology.
Field Hearings Held in Los Angeles, California.
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