A bill to establish a national commission to commemorate the historic events that occurred in the forming and establishment of the Federal Government between 1776 and 1800; to provide a means by which the private sector may participate in such celebration; to provide for the cooperation and assistance of the National Park Service in the Department of the Interior and for other purposes.
Federal Government Bicentenary Act of 1982 - Establishes the National Commission for the Commemoration of the Federal Government Bicentenary Era to: (1) commemorate the historic events that occurred in the forming of the Federal Government between 1776 and 1800; (2) solicit the participation of educational and historical organizations; (3) assist and coordinate appropriate projects, programs, and activities; and (4) request financial assistance from public and private entities to carry out the purposes of this Act.
Requires the Commission to report annually to the President, Congress, and the Chief Justice of the United States on its activities, including an accounting of its receipts and expenditures. Requires a final report by June 30, 2001, and terminates the Commission on such date.
Authorizes appropriations. Authorizes an additional amount each fiscal year, which sums may be expended only when matched with non-Federal funds by a specified ratio.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service.
Executive Comment Requested from OPM, OMB, Interior.
Referred to Subcommittee on Census and Population.
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