USC-36 Title 36— PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS US

Pub. L. 105–225, § 1, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1253, provided in part that:

“Certain general and permanent laws of the United States, related to patriotic and national observances, ceremonies, and organizations, are revised, codified, and enacted as title 36, United States Code, ‘Patriotic and National Observances, Ceremonies, and Organizations’ ”.

Pub. L. 113–237, § 2, Dec. 18, 2014, 128 Stat. 2833, provided that:

“The purpose of this Act [see Tables for classification] is to make revisions in title 36, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current and make technical corrections and improvements.”

Pub. L. 105–354, § 4, Nov. 3, 1998, 112 Stat. 3245, provided that:

“(a) No Substantive Change .— (1) Section 1 of this Act restates, without substantive change, laws enacted before September 5, 1998 , that were replaced by section 1. Section 1 may not be construed as making a substantive change in the laws replaced. “(2) Laws enacted after September 4, 1998 , that are inconsistent with this Act supersede this Act to the extent of the inconsistency. “(b) References .— A reference to a law replaced by this Act, including a reference in a regulation, order, or other law, is deemed to refer to the corresponding provision enacted by this Act. “(c) Continuing Effect .— An order, rule, or regulation in effect under a law replaced by this Act continues in effect under the corresponding provision enacted by this Act until repealed, amended, or superseded. “(d) Actions and Offenses Under Prior Law .— An action taken or an offense committed under a law replaced by this Act is deemed to have been taken or committed under the corresponding provision enacted by this Act. “(e) Inferences .— An inference of a legislative construction is not to be drawn by reason of the location in the United States Code of a provision enacted by this Act or by reason of a heading of the provision. “(f) Severability .— If a provision enacted by this Act is held invalid, all valid provisions that are severable from the invalid provision remain in effect. If a provision enacted by this Act is held invalid in any of its applications, the provision remains valid for all valid applications that are severable from any of the invalid applications.”

Pub. L. 105–225, § 5, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1499, provided that:

“(a) No Substantive Change .— Sections 1 and 2 of this Act restate, without substantive change, laws enacted before August 16, 1997 , that were replaced by those sections. Those sections may not be construed as making a substantive change in the laws replaced. Laws enacted after August 15, 1997 , that are inconsistent with this Act supersede this Act to the extent of the inconsistency. “(b) References .— A reference to a law replaced by section 1 or 2 of this Act, including a reference in a regulation, order, or other law, is deemed to refer to the corresponding provision enacted by this Act. “(c) Continuing Effect .— An order, rule, or regulation in effect under a law replaced by section 1 or 2 of this Act continues in effect under the corresponding provision enacted by this Act until repealed, amended, or superseded. “(d) Actions and Offenses Under Prior Law .— An action taken or an offense committed under a law replaced by section 1 or 2 of this Act is deemed to have been taken or committed under the corresponding provision enacted by this Act. “(e) Inferences .— An inference of a legislative construction is not to be drawn by reason of the location in the United States Code of a provision enacted by this Act or by reason of a caption or catch line of the provision. “(f) Severability .— If a provision enacted by this Act is held invalid, all valid provisions that are severable from the invalid provision remain in effect. If a provision enacted by this Act is held invalid in any of its applications, the provision remains valid for all valid applications that are severable from any of the invalid applications.”

Pub. L. 105–354, § 5(a), Nov. 3, 1998, 112 Stat. 3245, provided that:

“The repeal of a law by this Act may not be construed as a legislative inference that the provision was or was not in effect before its repeal.”

Pub. L. 105–354, § 5(b), Nov. 3, 1998, 112 Stat. 3245, repealed specified laws, except for rights and duties that matured, penalties that were incurred, and proceedings that were begun before Nov. 3, 1998.

Pub. L. 105–225, § 6(a), Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1499, provided that:

“The repeal of a law by this Act may not be construed as a legislative inference that the provision was or was not in effect before its repeal.”

Pub. L. 105–225, § 6(b), Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1499, repealed specified laws, except for rights and duties that matured, penalties that were incurred, and proceedings that were begun before Aug. 12, 1998.

Pub. L. 119–79, Feb. 18, 2026, 140 Stat. 748, provided that:

“SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. “This Act may be cited as the ‘Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act’. “SEC. 2. SEMIQUINCENTENNIAL CONGRESSIONAL TIME CAPSULE. “(a) Creation by Architect of the Capitol .— The Architect of the Capitol shall create a congressional time capsule, to be known as the ‘Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule’ (in this Act referred to as the ‘Time Capsule’). “(b) Contents.— “(1) Determination by congressional leadership .— The Office of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Office of the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Office of the Majority Leader of the Senate, and Office of the Minority Leader of the Senate shall jointly determine the contents of the Time Capsule, taking into account the requirements of paragraph (2). “(2) Contents.— “(A) In general .— The contents of the Time Capsule shall include— “(i) a single, joint letter from the offices described in paragraph (1); and “(ii) any other item that the offices described in paragraph (1) jointly determine appropriate. “(B) Limitations .— Any item included in the Time Capsule under subparagraph (A)— “(i) shall be made of materials that pose a low risk of degrading, such as metal or archival paper; and “(ii) shall not be made of any organic or inorganic material that poses a high risk of degrading. “(3) Size .— The Time Capsule shall be not more than 50 inches wide, 32 inches deep, and 48 inches high. “(4) Consultation .— In carrying out this subsection, the offices described in paragraph (1) may consult with the Architect of the Capitol, the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, and such other entities of the Federal Government as the offices consider appropriate. “(c) Duties of Architect .— The Architect of the Capitol shall— “(1) prepare the Time Capsule to be sealed and buried in the Capitol Visitor Center, at a location specified by the Architect, with the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives, on or before July 4th, 2026, at a time which would permit individuals attending this event to also attend the burial of a time capsule in Independence Mall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, under section 7(f)(1) of the United States Semiquincentennial Commission Act of 2016 [ Pub. L. 114–196 ] ( 36 U.S.C. 101 note prec.); and “(2) install a plaque to provide such information about the Time Capsule as the Architect, with the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives, considers appropriate. “(d) Unsealing .— The Time Capsule shall be sealed until July 4th, 2276, on which date the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the Majority Leader of the Senate shall present the Time Capsule to the 244th Congress, and such Congress shall determine how the contents within should be preserved or used.”

Pub. L. 116–256, Dec. 23, 2020, 134 Stat. 1142, provided that:

“SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. “This Act may be cited as the ‘Route 66 Centennial Commission Act’. “SEC. 2. FINDINGS. “Congress finds that— “(1) Route 66 was the first all-weather highway in the United States connecting the Midwest to California, and has played a major role in the history of the United States; “(2) Route 66 has become a symbol of the heritage of travel and the legacy of seeking a better life shared by the people of the United States, and has been enshrined in the popular culture of the United States; and “(3) the year 2026 will be the centennial anniversary of Route 66, and a commission should be established to study and recommend in a report to Congress activities that are fitting and proper to celebrate that anniversary in a manner that appropriately honors the Mother Road of the United States. “SEC. 3. ESTABLISHMENT. “There is established a commission to be known as the ‘Route 66 Centennial Commission’ (referred to in this Act as the ‘Commission’). “SEC. 4. DUTIES. “The Commission shall— “(1) study activities that may be carried out by the Federal Government to determine whether the activities are fitting and proper to honor Route 66 on the occasion of the centennial anniversary of Route 66, including activities such as— “(A) the issuance of commemorative coins, medals, certificates of recognition, and postage stamps; “(B) ceremonies and celebrations commemorating specific events; and “(C) the production, publication, and distribution of books, pamphlets, films, electronic publications, and other educational materials; and “(2) recommend to Congress— “(A) the activities that the Commission considers most fitting and proper to honor Route 66 on the occasion described in paragraph (1); and “(B) 1 or more entities in the Federal Government that the Commission considers most appropriate to carry out those activities. “SEC. 5. MEMBERSHIP. “(a) Number and Appointment .— The Commission shall be composed of 15 members appointed as follows: “(1) 3 members, each of whom shall be an eligible individual described in subsection (b), appointed by the President based on the recommendation of the Secretary of Transportation. “(2) 1 member, who shall be an eligible individual described in subsection (b), appointed by the President based on the recommendation of the Governor of Illinois. “(3) 1 member, who shall be an eligible individual described in subsection (b), appointed by the President based on the recommendation of the Governor of Missouri. “(4) 1 member, who shall be an eligible individual described in subsection (b), appointed by the President based on the recommendation of the Governor of Kansas. “(5) 1 member, who shall be an eligible individual described in subsection (b), appointed by the President based on the recommendation of the Governor of Oklahoma. “(6) 1 member, who shall be an eligible individual described in subsection (b), appointed by the President based on the recommendation of the Governor of Texas. “(7) 1 member, who shall be an eligible individual described in subsection (b), appointed by the President based on the recommendation of the Governor of New Mexico. “(8) 1 member, who shall be an eligible individual described in subsection (b), appointed by the President based on the recommendation of the Governor of Arizona. “(9) 1 member, who shall be an eligible individual described in subsection (b), appointed by the President based on the recommendation of the Governor of California. “(10) 1 member, who shall be an eligible individual described in subsection (b), appointed by the President based on the recommendation of the Speaker of the House of Representatives. “(11) 1 member, who shall be an eligible individual described in subsection (b), appointed by the President based on the recommendation of the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives. “(12) 1 member, who shall be an eligible individual described in subsection (b), appointed by the President based on the recommendation of the Majority Leader of the Senate. “(13) 1 member, who shall be an eligible individual described in subsection (b), appointed by the President based on the recommendation of the Minority Leader of the Senate. “(b) Eligible Individual .— An eligible individual referred to in subsection (a) is an individual with— “(1) a demonstrated dedication to educating others about the importance of historical figures and events; and “(2) substantial knowledge and appreciation of Route 66. “(c) Time of Appointment .— Each initial appointment of a member of the Commission shall be made before the expiration of the 120-day period beginning on the date of enactment of this Act [ Dec. 23, 2020 ]. “(d) Terms .— Each member shall be appointed for the life of the Commission. “(e) Vacancies .— A vacancy in the Commission shall not affect the powers of the Commission but shall be filled in the manner in which the original appointment was made. “(f) Basic Pay .— Members shall serve on the Commission without pay. “(g) Travel Expenses .— Each member shall receive travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, in accordance with sections 5702 and 5703 of title 5, United States Code. “(h) Quorum .— 7 members of the Commission shall constitute a quorum, but a lesser number may hold hearings. “(i) Chair and Vice Chair .— The Commission shall select a Chair and Vice Chair from among the members of the Commission. “(j) Meetings .— The Commission shall meet at the call of the Chair. “SEC. 6. DIRECTOR AND STAFF. “(a) Director .— The Commission may appoint and fix the pay of a Director and such additional personnel as the Commission considers to be appropriate. “(b) Applicability of Certain Civil Service Laws.— “(1) Director .— The Director of the Commission shall— “(A) be appointed without regard to the provisions of title 5, United States Code, governing appointments in the competitive service; and “(B) be paid without regard to the provisions of chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5, United States Code, relating to classification and General Schedule pay rates, except that the rate of pay for the Director may not exceed the rate payable for level IV of the Executive Schedule under section 5315 of that title. “(2) Staff .— The staff of the Commission shall— “(A) be appointed without regard to the provisions of title 5, United States Code, governing appointments in the competitive service; and “(B) be paid without regard to the provisions of chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5, United States Code, relating to classification and General Schedule pay rates. “(c) Source of Compensation .— In accordance with section 10— “(1) no Federal funds may be expended to compensate a Director or staff member of the Commission under this section; and “(2) any compensation paid to a Director or any staff of the Commission appointed under this section shall be derived solely from donated funds. “SEC. 7. POWERS. “(a) Hearings and Sessions .— The Commission may hold such hearings, sit and act at such times and places, take such testimony, and receive such evidence as the Commission considers to be appropriate to carry out this Act. “(b) Powers of Members and Agents .— Any member or agent of the Commission may, if authorized by the Commission, take any action that the Commission is authorized to take under this Act. “(c) Mails .— The Commission may use the United States mails in the same manner and under the same conditions as other Federal departments and agencies. “(d) Administrative Support Services.— “(1) In general .— On the request of the Commission, the Administrator of General Services shall provide to the Commission, on a reimbursable basis, the administrative support services necessary for the Commission to carry out this Act. “(2) Detailees.— “(A) Federal employees.— “(i) In general .— At the request of the Commission, the head of any Federal agency or department may detail to the Commission, on a reimbursable or nonreimbursable basis, any employee of the agency or department. “(ii) Civil service status .— The detail of an employee under clause (i) shall be without interruption or loss of civil service status or privilege. “(iii) No additional compensation .— A Federal employee who is detailed to the Commission under this subparagraph may not receive any additional pay, allowances, benefits, or other compensation by reason of the detail of the employee to the Commission or any services performed by the employee for the Commission. “(B) State employees .— The Commission may— “(i) accept the services of personnel detailed from a State; and “(ii) reimburse the State for the services of the detailed personnel. “(e) Volunteer and Uncompensated Services .— Notwithstanding section 1342 of title 31 , United States Code, the Commission may accept and use such voluntary and uncompensated services as the Commission determines to be necessary. “(f) Gifts .— The Commission may accept, use, and dispose of gifts, grants, bequests, or devises of money, services, or property from any public or private source for the purpose of covering the costs incurred by the Commission in carrying out this Act. “SEC. 8. REPORTS. “(a) Interim Reports .— The Commission may submit to Congress such interim reports as the Commission considers to be appropriate. “(b) Final Report .— Not later than 2 years after the date on which all members of the Commission are appointed, the Commission shall submit to Congress a final report containing— “(1) a detailed statement of the findings and conclusions of the Commission; “(2) the recommendations of the Commission; and “(3) any other information that the Commission considers to be appropriate. “SEC. 9. TERMINATION. “The Commission shall terminate on December 31, 2026 . “SEC. 10. EXPENDITURES OF COMMISSION. “(a) In General .— All expenditures of the Commission, including any reimbursement required under this Act, shall be made solely from donated funds. “(b) No Additional Funds Authorized .— No additional funds are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act.”

Pub. L. 116–9, title IX, § 9007, Mar. 12, 2019, 133 Stat. 837, provided that:

“(a) Designation .— In order to recognize and ensure the continued preservation and importance of the history of the United States involvement in World War II, each calendar year the Secretary [of the Interior] may designate 1 or more cities located in 1 of the several States or a territory of the United States as an ‘American World War II Heritage City’. Not more than 1 city in each State or territory may be designated under this section. “(b) Application for Designation .— The Secretary may— “(1) establish and publicize the process by which a city may apply for designation as an American World War II Heritage City based on the criteria in subsection (c); and “(2) encourage cities to apply for designation as an American World War II Heritage City. “(c) Criteria for Designation .— The Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution or the President of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, shall make each designation under subsection (a) based on the following criteria: “(1) Contributions by a city and its environs to the World War II home-front war effort, including contributions related to— “(A) defense manufacturing, such as ships, aircraft, uniforms, and equipment; “(B) production of foodstuffs and consumer items for Armed Forces and home consumption; “(C) war bond drives; “(D) adaptations to wartime survival; “(E) volunteer participation; “(F) civil defense preparedness; “(G) personnel serving in the Armed Forces, their achievements, and facilities for their rest and recreation; or “(H) the presence of Armed Forces camps, bases, airfields, harbors, repair facilities, and other installations within or in its environs. “(2) Achievements by a city and its environs to preserve the heritage and legacy of the city’s contributions to the war effort and to preserve World War II history, including— “(A) the identification, preservation, restoration, and interpretation of World War II-related structures, facilities and sites; “(B) establishment of museums, parks, and markers; “(C) establishment of memorials to area men who lost their lives in service; “(D) organizing groups of veterans and home-front workers and their recognition; “(E) presentation of cultural events such as dances, plays, and lectures; “(F) public relations outreach through the print and electronic media, and books; and “(G) recognition and ceremonies remembering wartime event anniversaries.”

Pub. L. 115–433, Jan. 10, 2019, 132 Stat. 5523, provided that:

“SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. “This Act may be cited as the ‘75th Anniversary of World War II Commemoration Act’. “SEC. 2. PROGRAM TO COMMEMORATE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF WORLD WAR II. “(a) Commemorative Program Authorized .— The Secretary of Defense shall conduct a program to commemorate the 75th anniversary of World War II. In conducting the commemorative program, the Secretary shall support and facilitate other programs and activities of the Federal Government, State and local governments, and not-for-profit organizations in commemoration of the 75th anniversary of World War II. The Secretary shall conduct the commemorative program in accordance with applicable Department of Defense policy and using resources available to the Secretary, including amounts in the Fund under subsection (d). “(b) Commemorative Activities and Objectives .— The commemorative program may include activities and ceremonies to achieve the following objectives: “(1) To thank and honor veterans of World War II, including personnel who were held as prisoners of war or listed as missing in action, for their service and sacrifice on behalf of the United States and to thank and honor the families of these veterans. “(2) To educate the public about the history of World War II and highlight the service of the Armed Forces during World War II and the contributions of Federal agencies and governmental and nongovernmental organizations that served with, or in support of, the Armed Forces. “(3) To pay tribute to the contributions made on the home front by the people of the United States during World War II. “(4) To recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by the allies of the United States during World War II. “(5) To remember the Holocaust, the annihilation of 6,000,000 Jews by the Nazi regime, and to pay tribute to the Allied troops who liberated Nazi concentration camps during World War II. “(c) Names and Symbols .— The Secretary of Defense shall have the sole and exclusive right to use the name ‘The United States of America 75th Anniversary of World War II Commemoration’, and such seal, emblems, and badges incorporating such name as the Secretary may lawfully adopt. Nothing in this section may be construed to supersede rights that are established or vested before the date of the enactment of this Act [ Jan. 10, 2019 ]. “(d) Commemorative Fund.— “(1) Establishment and administration .— Upon the Secretary establishing the commemorative program under subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury shall establish in the Treasury of the United States an account to be known as the ‘Department of Defense World War II Commemoration Fund’ (in this section referred to as the ‘Fund’). The Fund shall be administered by the Secretary of Defense. “(2) Use of fund .— The Secretary of Defense shall use the assets of the Fund only for the purpose of conducting the commemorative program and providing grants to State and local governments and not-for-profit organizations for commemorative activities, and shall prescribe such regulations regarding the use of the Fund as the Secretary considers to be necessary. “(3) Deposits .— The following shall be deposited into the Fund: “(A) Amounts appropriated to the Fund. “(B) Proceeds derived from the Secretary’s use of the exclusive rights described in subsection (c). “(C) Donations made in support of the commemorative program by private and corporate donors. “(D) Funds transferred to the Fund by the Secretary from funds appropriated for fiscal year 2019 and subsequent years for the Department of Defense. “(4) Availability.— “(A) In general .— Subject to subsection (g)(2) and except as provided in subparagraph (B), amounts deposited under paragraph (3) shall constitute the assets of the Fund and remain available until expended. “(B) Exception .— Amounts transferred to the Fund under paragraph (3)(D) from amounts appropriated for fiscal year 2019 may be obligated only during fiscal year 2019. “(5) Budget request .— The Secretary of Defense may establish a separate budget line for the commemorative program. In the budget justification materials submitted by the Secretary in support of the budget of the President for any fiscal year for which the Secretary establishes the separate budget line, the Secretary shall— “(A) identify and explain any amounts expended for the commemorative program in the fiscal year preceding the budget request; “(B) identify and explain the amounts being requested to support the commemorative program for the fiscal year of the budget request; and “(C) present a summary of the fiscal status of the Fund. “(e) Acceptance of Voluntary Services.— “(1) Authority to accept services .— Notwithstanding section 1342 of title 31 , United States Code, the Secretary of Defense may accept from any person voluntary services to be provided in furtherance of the commemorative program. The Secretary of Defense shall prohibit the solicitation of any voluntary services if the nature or circumstances of such solicitation would compromise the integrity or the appearance of integrity of any program of the Department of Defense or of any individual involved in the program. “(2) Reimbursement of incidental expenses .— The Secretary may provide for reimbursement of incidental expenses incurred by a person providing voluntary services under this subsection. The Secretary shall determine which expenses are eligible for reimbursement under this paragraph. “(f) Consultation With Director of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum .— In designing the commemorative program conducted under this section, the Secretary of Defense shall consult with the Director of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. “(g) Final Report.— “(1) Report required .— Not later than 60 days after the end of the commemorative program established by the Secretary of Defense under subsection (a), the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report containing an accounting of— “(A) all of the funds deposited into and expended from the Fund; “(B) any other funds expended under this section; and “(C) any unobligated funds remaining in the Fund. “(2) Treatment of unobligated funds .— Unobligated amounts remaining in the Fund as of the end of the commemorative period shall be held in the Fund until transferred by law. “(h) Limitation on Expenditures .— Total expenditures from the Fund, using amounts appropriated to the Department of Defense, may not exceed $5,000,000 for fiscal year 2019 or for any subsequent fiscal year to carry out the commemorative program. “(i) Sunset.— “(1) Commemorative program .— The commemorative program shall terminate on December 31, 2021 . “(2) Fund .— The Fund shall terminate 60 days after the termination of the commemorative program.”

Pub. L. 115–102, Jan. 8, 2018, 131 Stat. 2248, as amended by Pub. L. 116–94, div. D, title I, Dec. 20, 2019, 133 Stat. 2692; Pub. L. 116–260, div. G, title I, Dec. 27, 2020, 134 Stat. 1484; Pub. L. 117–103, div. G, title I, Mar. 15, 2022, 136 Stat. 353; Pub. L. 117–328, div. G, title I, Dec. 29, 2022, 136 Stat. 4765; Pub. L. 118–42, div. E, title I, Mar. 9, 2024, 138 Stat. 224; Pub. L. 119–74, div. C, title I, Jan. 23, 2026, 140 Stat. 99, provided that:

“SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. “This Act may be cited as the ‘400 Years of African-American History Commission Act’. “SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. “In this Act: “(1) Commemoration .— The term ‘commemoration’ means the commemoration of the 400th anniversary of the arrival of Africans in the English colonies, at Point Comfort, Virginia, in 1619. “(2) Commission .— The term ‘Commission’ means the 400 Years of African-American History Commission established by section 3(a). “(3) Secretary .— The term ‘Secretary’ means the Secretary of the Interior. “SEC. 3. ESTABLISHMENT. “(a) In General .— There is established a commission, to be known as the ‘400 Years of African-American History Commission’. “(b) Membership.— “(1) Composition .— The Commission shall be composed of 15 members, of whom— “(A) three members shall be appointed by the Secretary after considering recommendations of Governors, including the Governor of Virginia; “(B) six members shall be appointed by the Secretary after considering recommendations of civil rights organizations and historical organizations; “(C) one member shall be an employee of the National Park Service having experience relative to the historical and cultural resources related to the commemoration, to be appointed by the Secretary; “(D) two members shall be appointed by the Secretary after considering the recommendations of the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution; and “(E) three members shall be individuals who have an interest in, support for, and expertise appropriate to the commemoration, appointed by the Secretary after considering the recommendations of Members of Congress. “(2) Time of appointment .— Each appointment of an initial member of the Commission shall be made before the expiration of the 120-day period beginning on the date of enactment of this Act [ Jan. 8, 2018 ]. “(3) Term; vacancies.— “(A) Term .— A member of the Commission shall be appointed for the life of the Commission. “(B) Vacancies.— “(i) In general .— A vacancy on the Commission shall be filled in the same manner in which the original appointment was made. “(ii) Partial term .— A member appointed to fill a vacancy on the Commission shall serve for the remainder of the term for which the predecessor of the member was appointed. “(C) Continuation of membership .— If a member of the Commission was appointed to the Commission as an employee of the National Park Service, and ceases to be an employee of the National Park Service, that member may continue to serve on the Commission for not longer than the 30-day period beginning on the date on which that member ceases to be an employee of the National Park Service. “(c) Duties .— The Commission shall— “(1) plan, develop, and carry out programs and activities throughout the United States— “(A) appropriate for the commemoration; “(B) to recognize and highlight the resilience and contributions of African-Americans since 1619; “(C) to acknowledge the impact that slavery and laws that enforced racial discrimination had on the United States; and “(D) to educate the public about— “(i) the arrival of Africans in the United States; and “(ii) the contributions of African-Americans to the United States; “(2) encourage civic, patriotic, historical, educational, artistic, religious, economic, and other organizations throughout the United States to organize and participate in anniversary activities to expand understanding and appreciation of— “(A) the significance of the arrival of Africans in the United States; and “(B) the contributions of African-Americans to the United States; “(3) provide technical assistance to States, localities, and nonprofit organizations to further the commemoration; “(4) coordinate and facilitate for the public scholarly research on, publication about, and interpretation of— “(A) the arrival of Africans in the United States; and “(B) the contributions of African-Americans to the United States; “(5) ensure that the commemoration provides a lasting legacy and long-term public benefit by assisting in the development of appropriate programs; and “(6) help ensure that the observances of the commemoration are inclusive and appropriately recognize the experiences and heritage of all individuals present at the arrival of Africans in the United States. “SEC. 4. COMMISSION MEETINGS. “(a) Initial Meeting .— Not later than 30 days after the date on which all members of the Commission have been appointed, the Commission shall hold the initial meeting of the Commission. “(b) Meetings .— The Commission shall meet— “(1) at least three times each year; or “(2) at the call of the Chairperson or the majority of the members of the Commission. “(c) Quorum .— A majority of the voting members shall constitute a quorum, but a lesser number may hold meetings. “(d) Chairperson and Vice Chairperson.— “(1) Election .— The Commission shall elect the Chairperson and the Vice Chairperson of the Commission on an annual basis. “(2) Absence of the chairperson .— The Vice Chairperson shall serve as the Chairperson in the absence of the Chairperson. “(e) Voting .— The Commission shall act only on an affirmative vote of a majority of the members of the Commission. “SEC. 5. COMMISSION POWERS. “(a) Gifts .— The Commission may solicit, accept, use, and dispose of gifts, bequests, or devises of money or other property for aiding or facilitating the work of the Commission. “(b) Appointment of Advisory Committees .— The Commission may appoint such advisory committees as the Commission determines to be necessary to carry out this Act. “(c) Authorization of Action .— The Commission may authorize any member or employee of the Commission to take any action that the Commission is authorized to take under this Act. “(d) Procurement.— “(1) In general .— The Commission may procure supplies, services, and property, and make or enter into contracts, leases, or other legal agreements, to carry out this Act (except that a contract, lease, or other legal agreement made or entered into by the Commission shall not extend beyond the date of termination of the Commission). “(2) Limitation .— The Commission may not purchase real property. “(e) Postal Services .— The Commission may use the United States mails in the same manner and under the same conditions as other agencies of the Federal Government. “(f) Grants and Technical Assistance .— The Commission may— “(1) provide grants in amounts not to exceed $20,000 per grant to communities and nonprofit organizations for use in developing programs to assist in the commemoration; “(2) provide grants to research and scholarly organizations to research, publish, or distribute information relating to the arrival of Africans in the United States; and “(3) provide technical assistance to States, localities, and nonprofit organizations to further the commemoration. “SEC. 6. COMMISSION PERSONNEL MATTERS. “(a) Compensation of Members.— “(1) In general .— Except as provided in paragraph (2), a member of the Commission shall serve without compensation. “(2) Federal employees .— A member of the Commission who is an officer or employee of the Federal Government shall serve without compensation other than the compensation received for the services of the member as an officer or employee of the Federal Government. “(b) Travel Expenses .— A member of the Commission shall be allowed travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, at rates authorized for an employee of an agency under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code, while away from the home or regular place of business of the member in the performance of the duties of the Commission. “(c) Director and Staff.— “(1) In general .— The Chairperson of the Commission may, without regard to the civil service laws (including regulations), nominate an executive director to enable the Commission to perform the duties of the Commission. “(2) Confirmation of executive director .— The employment of an executive director shall be subject to confirmation by the Commission. “(d) Compensation.— “(1) In general .— Except as provided in paragraph (2), the Commission may fix the compensation of the executive director and other personnel without regard to the provisions of chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5, United States Code, relating to classification of positions and General Schedule pay rates. “(2) Maximum rate of pay .— The rate of pay for the executive director and other personnel shall not exceed the rate payable for level V of the Executive Schedule under section 5316 of title 5 , United States Code. “(e) Detail of Government Employees.— “(1) Federal employees.— “(A) Detail .— At the request of the Commission, the head of any Federal agency may detail, on a reimbursable or nonreimbursable basis, any of the personnel of the agency to the Commission to assist the Commission in carrying out the duties of the Commission under this Act. “(B) Civil service status .— The detail of an employee under subparagraph (A) shall be without interruption or loss of civil service status or privilege. “(2) State employees .— The Commission may— “(A) accept the services of personnel detailed from the State; and “(B) reimburse the State for services of detailed personnel. “(f) Procurement of Temporary and Intermittent Services .— The Chairperson of the Commission may procure temporary and intermittent services in accordance with section 3109(b) of title 5 , United States Code, at rates for individuals that do not exceed the daily equivalent of the annual rate of basic pay prescribed for level V of the Executive Schedule under section 5316 of such title. “(g) Volunteer and Uncompensated Services .— Notwithstanding section 1342 of title 31 , United States Code, the Commission may accept and use such voluntary and uncompensated services as the Commission determines to be necessary. “(h) Support Services.— “(1) In general .— The Secretary shall provide to the Commission, on a reimbursable basis, such administrative support services as the Commission may request. “(2) Reimbursement .— Any reimbursement under this paragraph shall be credited to the appropriation, fund, or account used for paying the amounts reimbursed. “(i) No Effect on Authority .— Nothing in this section supersedes the authority of the National Park Service with respect to the commemoration. “SEC. 7. PLANS; REPORTS. “(a) Strategic Plan .— The Commission shall prepare a strategic plan for the activities of the Commission carried out under this Act. “(b) Final Report .— Not later than July 1, 2027 , the Commission shall complete and submit to Congress a final report that contains— “(1) a summary of the activities of the Commission; “(2) a final accounting of funds received and expended by the Commission; and “(3) the findings and recommendations of the Commission. “SEC. 8. TERMINATION OF COMMISSION. “(a) Date of Termination .— The Commission shall terminate on July 1, 2027 . “(b) Transfer of Documents and Materials .— Before the date of termination specified in subsection (a), the Commission shall transfer all documents and materials of the Commission to the National Archives or another appropriate Federal entity. “SEC. 9. EXPENDITURES OF COMMISSION. “All expenditures of the Commission shall be made solely from donated funds.”

Pub. L. 115–77, Nov. 2, 2017, 131 Stat. 1251, provided that:

“SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. “This Act may be cited as the ‘Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Commission Act’. “SEC. 2. FINDINGS. “Congress makes the following findings: “(1) Born into slavery on the Eastern Shore of Maryland in 1818 and given the name Frederick Augustus Washington Bailey after his mother Harriet Bailey, Frederick Douglass has been called the father of the civil rights movement. “(2) Douglass rose through determination, brilliance, and eloquence to shape the American Nation. He was an abolitionist, human rights and women’s rights activist, orator, author, journalist, publisher, and social reformer. “(3) Taught basic reading skills by his mistress until she was forced to stop, Douglass continued to teach himself to read and write and taught other slaves to read despite risks including death. “(4) During the course of his remarkable life Frederick Douglass escaped from slavery, became internationally renowned for his eloquence in the cause of liberty, and went on to serve the national government in several official capacities. “(5) Forced to leave the country to avoid arrest as an escaped slave, he returned to become a staunch advocate of the Union cause and helped recruit African-American troops for the Union Army, including two of his sons, Charles and Lewis Douglass. His personal relationship with Abraham Lincoln helped persuade the President to make emancipation a cause of the Civil War. “(6) With the abolition of slavery at the close of the Civil War, Douglass then turned his attention to the full integration of African-Americans into the political and economic life of the United States. Committed to freedom, Douglass dedicated his life to achieving justice for all Americans, in particular African-Americans, women, and minority groups. He envisioned America as an inclusive Nation strengthened by diversity and free of discrimination. “(7) Douglass served as an advisor to Presidents. Abraham Lincoln referred to him as the most meritorious man of the nineteenth century. Douglass was appointed to several offices. He served as the United States Marshal of the District of Columbia under Rutherford B. Hayes’ administration; President James Garfield appointed Douglass the District of Columbia Recorder of Deeds. In 1889, President Benjamin Harrison appointed Frederick Douglass to be the United States minister to Haiti. He was also appointed by President Grant to serve as Assistant Secretary of the Commission of Inquiry to Santo Domingo. “(8) Douglass lived in the District of Columbia for 23 of his 57 years as a free man, and in recognition of his leadership and continuous fight for justice and freedom, his home, Cedar Hill, was established as a National Historic Site in Anacostia, in Southeast Washington, DC. “(9) The statue of Frederick Douglass in the United States Capitol is a gift from the almost 700,000 residents of the District of Columbia. “(10) All Americans could benefit from studying the life of Frederick Douglass, for Douglass dedicated his own life to ensuring freedom and equality for future generations of Americans. This Nation should ensure that his tireless struggle, transformative words, and inclusive vision of humanity continue to inspire and sustain us. “(11) The year 2018 marks the bicentennial anniversary of the birth of Frederick Douglass, and a commission should be established to plan, develop, and carry out, and to recommend to Congress, programs and activities that are fitting and proper to celebrate that anniversary in a manner that appropriately honors Frederick Douglass. “SEC. 3. ESTABLISHMENT. “There is established a commission to be known as the Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Commission (referred to in this Act as the ‘Commission’). “SEC. 4. DUTIES. “The Commission shall have the following duties: “(1) To plan, develop, and carry out programs and activities that are fitting and proper to honor Frederick Douglass on the occasion of the bicentennial anniversary of Douglass’ birth. “(2) To recommend to Congress programs and activities that the Commission considers fitting and proper to honor Frederick Douglass on such occasion, and the entity or entities in the Federal Government that the Commission considers most appropriate to carry out such programs and activities. “SEC. 5. MEMBERSHIP. “(a) Number and Appointment .— The Commission shall be composed of 16 members appointed as follows: “(1) Two members, each of whom shall be a qualified citizen described in subsection (b), appointed by the President. “(2) One member, who shall be a qualified citizen described in subsection (b), appointed by the President on the recommendation of the Governor of Maryland. “(3) One member, who shall be a qualified citizen described in subsection (b), appointed by the President on the recommendation of the Governor of Massachusetts. “(4) One member, who shall be a qualified citizen described in subsection (b), appointed by the President on the recommendation of the Governor of New York. “(5) One member, who shall be a qualified citizen described in subsection (b), appointed by the President on the recommendation of the Mayor of the District of Columbia. “(6) Three members, at least one of whom shall be a Member of the House of Representatives, appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives. “(7) Three members, at least one of whom shall be a Senator, appointed by the majority leader of the Senate. “(8) Two members, at least one of whom shall be a Member of the House of Representatives, appointed by the minority leader of the House of Representatives. “(9) Two members, at least one of whom shall be a Senator, appointed by the minority leader of the Senate. “(b) Qualified Citizen .— A qualified citizen described in this subsection is a private citizen of the United States with— “(1) a demonstrated dedication to educating others about the importance of historical figures and events; and “(2) substantial knowledge and appreciation of Frederick Douglass. “(c) Time of Appointment .— Each initial appointment of a member of the Commission shall be made before the expiration of the 60-day period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act [ Nov. 2, 2017 ]. “(d) Continuation of Membership .— If a member of the Commission was appointed to the Commission as a Member of Congress, and ceases to be a Member of Congress, that member may continue to serve on the Commission for not longer than the 30-day period beginning on the date that member ceases to be a Member of Congress. “(e) Terms .— Each member shall be appointed for the life of the Commission. “(f) Vacancies .— A vacancy in the Commission shall not affect the powers of the Commission but shall be filled in the manner in which the original appointment was made. “(g) Basic Pay .— Members shall serve on the Commission without pay. “(h) Travel Expenses .— Each member shall receive travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, in accordance with sections 5702 and 5703 of title 5, United States Code. “(i) Quorum .— Six members of the Commission shall constitute a quorum but a lesser number may hold hearings. “(j) Chair .— The Commission shall select a Chair from among the members of the Commission. “(k) Meetings .— The Commission shall meet at the call of the Chair. Periodically, the Commission shall hold a meeting in Rochester, New York. “SEC. 6. DIRECTOR AND STAFF. “(a) Director .— The Commission may appoint and fix the pay of a Director and such additional personnel as the Commission considers to be appropriate. “(b) Applicability of Certain Civil Service Laws.— “(1) Director .— The Director of the Commission may be appointed without regard to the provisions of title 5, United States Code, governing appointments in the competitive service, and may be paid without regard to the provisions of chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of that title relating to classification and General Schedule pay rates. “(2) Staff .— The staff of the Commission shall be appointed subject to the provisions of title 5, United States Code, governing appointments in the competitive service, and shall be paid in accordance with the provisions of chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of that title relating to classification and General Schedule pay rates. “SEC. 7. POWERS. “(a) Hearings and Sessions .— The Commission may, for the purpose of carrying out this Act, hold such hearings, sit and act at such times and places, take such testimony, and receive such evidence as the Commission considers to be appropriate. “(b) Powers of Members and Agents .— Any member or agent of the Commission may, if authorized by the Commission, take any action that the Commission is authorized to take by this Act. “(c) Obtaining Official Data .— The Commission may secure directly from any department or agency of the United States information necessary to enable the Commission to carry out this Act. Upon request of the Chair of the Commission, the head of that department or agency shall furnish that information to the Commission. “(d) Mails .— The Commission may use the United States mails in the same manner and under the same conditions as other departments and agencies of the United States. “(e) Administrative Support Services .— Upon the request of the Commission, the Administrator of General Services shall provide to the Commission, on a reimbursable basis, the administrative support services necessary for the Commission to carry out its responsibilities under this Act. “(f) Gifts .— The Commission may solicit, accept, use, and dispose of gifts, bequests, or devises of money or other property for the purpose of carrying out its duties. “(g) Volunteer and Uncompensated Services .— Notwithstanding section 1342 of title 31 , United States Code, the Commission may accept and use voluntary and uncompensated services as the Commission determines necessary. “SEC. 8. REPORTS. “(a) Initial Report .— Not later than August 1, 2018 , the Commission shall submit to Congress an initial report containing its recommendations under section 4(2). “(b) Final Report .— Not later than June 1, 2019 , the Commission shall submit a final report to Congress, and shall include in the final report— “(1) a summary of its activities and programs; “(2) a final accounting of the funds the Commission received and expended; and “(3) any other information that the Commission considers to be appropriate. “SEC. 9. TERMINATION. “The Commission shall terminate 30 days after submitting the final report pursuant to section 8(b). “SEC. 10. NO ADDITIONAL FUNDS AUTHORIZED. “No Federal funds are authorized or may be obligated to carry out this Act.”

Pub. L. 115–31, div. G, title IV, § 431(a)(3) [§§ 1–8], May 5, 2017, 131 Stat. 502, 842A–17—842A–21, provided that:

“SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS. “(a) Short Title .— This Act may be cited as the ‘Women’s Suffrage Centennial Commission Act’. “(b) Table of Contents .— [Omitted.] “SEC. 2. FINDINGS. “Congress finds the following: “(1) From 1919 to 1920, the Sixty-Sixth United States Congress debated, and State legislatures considered, an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to provide suffrage for women. “(2) A proposed women’s suffrage amendment was first introduced in the United States Senate in 1878 and was brought to a vote, unsuccessfully, in 1887, 1914, 1918, and 1919. Finally, on May 21, 1919 , the House of Representatives approved a proposed amendment, followed by the Senate a few weeks later on June 4. Within days, the legislatures of Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan had voted to ratify the amendment. “(3) On August 18, 1920 , Tennessee became the 36th State to ratify the amendment, providing the support of three-fourths of States necessary under article V of the Constitution of the United States. “(4) The introduction, passage, and ultimate ratification of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States were the culmination of decades of work and struggle by advocates for the rights of women across the United States and worldwide. “(5) Ratification of the 19th Amendment ensured women could more fully participate in their democracy and fundamentally changed the role of women in the civic life of our Nation. “(6) The centennial offers an opportunity for people in the United States to learn about and commemorate the efforts of the women’s suffrage movement and the role of women in our democracy. “(7) Commemorative programs, activities, and sites allow people in the United States to learn about the women’s suffrage movement and to commemorate and honor the role of the ratification of the 19th Amendment in further fulfilling the promise of the Constitution of the United States and promoting the core values of our democracy. “SEC. 3. ESTABLISHMENT OF WOMEN’S SUFFRAGE CENTENNIAL COMMISSION. “(a) Establishment .— There is established a commission to be known as the ‘Women’s Suffrage Centennial Commission’ (referred to in this Act as the ‘Centennial Commission’). “(b) Membership.— “(1) The Centennial Commission shall be composed of 14 members, of whom— “(A) 2 shall be appointed by the President; “(B) 2 shall be appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives; “(C) 2 shall be appointed by the minority leader of the House of Representatives; “(D) 2 shall be appointed by the majority leader of the Senate; “(E) 2 shall be appointed by the minority leader of the Senate; “(F) 1 shall be the Librarian of Congress, or the designee of the Librarian; “(G) 1 shall be the Archivist of the United States, or the designee of the Archivist; “(H) 1 shall be the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, or the designee of the Secretary; and “(I) 1 shall be the Director of the National Park Service, or the designee of the Director. “(2) Persons eligible.— “(A) In general .— The members of the Commission shall be individuals who have knowledge or expertise, whether by experience or training, in matters to be studied by the Commission. The members may be from the public or private sector, and may include Federal, State, or local employees, former Members of Congress, members of academia, nonprofit organizations, or industry, or other interested individuals. “(B) Diversity .— It is the intent of Congress that persons appointed to the Commission under paragraph (1) be persons who represent diverse economic, professional, and cultural backgrounds. “(3) Consultation and appointment.— “(A) In general .— The President, Speaker of the House of Representatives, minority leader of the House of Representatives, majority leader of the Senate, and minority leader of the Senate shall consult among themselves before appointing the members of the Commission in order to achieve, to the maximum extent practicable, fair and equitable representation of various points of view with respect to the matters to be studied by the Commission. “(B) Completion of appointments; vacancies .— The President, Speaker of the House of Representatives, minority leader of the House of Representatives, majority leader of the Senate, and minority leader of the Senate shall conduct the consultation under subparagraph (A) and make their respective appointments not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of this Act [ May 5, 2017 ]. “(4) Vacancies .— A vacancy in the membership of the Commission shall not affect the powers of the Commission and shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment not later than 30 days after the vacancy occurs. “(c) Meetings.— “(1) Initial meeting .— Not later than 30 days after the date on which all members of the Centennial Commission have been appointed, the Centennial Commission shall hold its first meeting. “(2) Subsequent meetings.— “(A) In general .— The Centennial Commission shall meet at the call of the Chair. “(B) Frequency .— The Chair shall call a meeting of the members of the Centennial Commission not less frequently than once every 6 months. “(3) Quorum .— Seven members of the Centennial Commission shall constitute a quorum, but a lesser number may hold hearings. “(4) Chair and vice chair .— The Centennial Commission shall select a Chair and Vice Chair from among its members. “SEC. 4. DUTIES OF CENTENNIAL COMMISSION. “(a) In General .— The duties of the Centennial Commission are as follows: “(1) To encourage, plan, develop, and execute programs, projects, and activities to commemorate the centennial of the passage and ratification of the 19th Amendment. “(2) To encourage private organizations and State and local governments to organize and participate in activities commemorating the centennial of the passage and ratification of the 19th Amendment. “(3) To facilitate and coordinate activities throughout the United States relating to the centennial of the passage and ratification of the 19th Amendment. “(4) To serve as a clearinghouse for the collection and dissemination of information about events and plans for the centennial of the passage and ratification of the 19th Amendment. “(5) To develop recommendations for Congress and the President for commemorating the centennial of the passage and ratification of the 19th Amendment. “(b) Consultation .— In conducting its work, the Centennial Commission shall consult the Historian of the Senate and the Historian of the House of Representatives when appropriate. “(c) Reports.— “(1) Periodic report .— Not later than the last day of the 6-month period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act [ May 5, 2017 ], and not later than the last day of each 3-month period thereafter, the Centennial Commission shall submit to Congress and the President a report on the activities and plans of the Centennial Commission. “(2) Recommendations .— Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Centennial Commission shall submit to Congress and the President a report containing specific recommendations for commemorating the centennial of the passage and ratification of the 19th Amendment and coordinating related activities. “SEC. 5. POWERS OF CENTENNIAL COMMISSION. “(a) Hearings .— The Centennial Commission may hold such hearings, sit and act at such times and places, take such testimony, and receive such evidence as the Centennial Commission considers appropriate to carry out its duties under this Act. “(b) Powers of Member and Agents .— If authorized by the Centennial Commission, any member or agent of the Centennial Commission may take any action which the Centennial Commission is authorized to take under this Act. “(c) Information From Federal Agencies .— The Centennial Commission shall secure directly from any Federal department or agency such information as the Centennial Commission considers necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act. Upon the request of the Chair of the Centennial Commission, the head of such department or agency shall furnish such information to the Centennial Commission. “(d) Administrative Support Services .— Upon the request of the Centennial Commission, the Administrator of the General Services Administration shall provide to the Centennial Commission, on a reimbursable basis, the administrative support services necessary for the Centennial Commission to carry out its responsibilities under this Act. “(e) Contract Authority.— “(1) In general .— Except as provided in paragraph (2), the Centennial Commission is authorized— “(A) to procure supplies, services, and property; and “(B) to make or enter into contracts, leases, or other legal agreements. “(2) Limitation .— The Centennial Commission may not enter into any contract, lease, or other legal agreement that extends beyond the date of the termination of the Centennial Commission under section 7(a). “(f) Postal Services .— The Centennial Commission may use the United States mails in the same manner and under the same conditions as other departments and agencies of the Federal Government. “(g) Gifts, Bequests, and Devises .— The Centennial Commission is authorized to solicit, accept, use, and dispose of gifts, bequests, or devises of money, services, or property, both real and personal, for the purpose of covering the costs incurred by the Centennial Commission to carry out its duties under this Act. “(h) Grants .— The Centennial Commission is authorized to award grants to States and the District of Columbia to support programs and activities related to commemorating the centennial of the passage and ratification of the 19th Amendment. “SEC. 6. CENTENNIAL COMMISSION PERSONNEL MATTERS. “(a) Compensation of Members .— Members of the Centennial Commission shall serve without compensation for such service. “(b) Travel Expenses .— Each member of the Centennial Commission shall be allowed travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, in accordance with the applicable provisions of title 5, United States Code. “(c) Staff.— “(1) In general .— The Chair of the Centennial Commission shall, in consultation with the members of the Centennial Commission, appoint an executive director and such other additional personnel as may be necessary to enable the Centennial Commission to perform its duties. “(2) Compensation.— “(A) In general .— Subject to subparagraph (B), the Chair of the Centennial Commission may fix the compensation of the executive director and any other personnel appointed under paragraph (1). “(B) Limitation .— The Chair of the Centennial Commission may not fix the compensation of the executive director or other personnel appointed under paragraph (1) at a rate that exceeds the rate payable for level IV of the Executive Schedule under section 5315 of title 5 , United States Code. “(d) Detail of Government Employees .— Upon request of the Centennial Commission, the head of any Federal department or agency may detail, on a reimbursable basis, any employee of that department or agency to the Centennial Commission to assist it in carrying out its duties under this Act. “(e) Procurement of Temporary and Intermittent Services .— The Chair of the Centennial Commission may procure temporary and intermittent services under section 3109(b) of title 5 , United States Code. “(f) Acceptance of Voluntary Services .— Notwithstanding section 1342 of title 31 , United States Code, the Centennial Commission may accept and use voluntary and uncompensated services as the Centennial Commission deems necessary. “SEC. 7. TERMINATION OF CENTENNIAL COMMISSION. “(a) In General .— The Centennial Commission shall terminate on the earlier of— “(1) the date that is 30 days after the date [of] the completion of the activities under this Act honoring the centennial observation of the passage and ratification of the 19th Amendment; or “(2) April 15, 2021 . “(b) Application of Federal Advisory Committee Act.— “(1) In general .— Except as provided in paragraph (2), the provisions of the Federal Advisory Committee Act ([former] 5 U.S.C. App.) [see 5 U.S.C. 1001 et seq.] shall apply to the activities of the Centennial Commission under this Act. “(2) Exception .— Section 14(a)(2) of such Act ([former] 5 U.S.C. App.) [see 5 U.S.C. 1013(a) ] shall not apply to the Centennial Commission. “SEC. 8. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. “(a) In General .— There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act such sums as may be necessary for the period of fiscal years 2017 through 2021. “(b) Amounts Available .— Amounts appropriated in accordance with this section for any fiscal year shall remain available until the termination of the Centennial Commission.”

Pub. L. 114–328, div. A, title X, § 1093, Dec. 23, 2016, 130 Stat. 2436, provided that:

“(a) Commemorative Program.— “(1) In general .— The Secretary of Defense shall conduct a program to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. In conducting the commemorative program, the Secretary shall coordinate, support, and facilitate other programs and activities of the Federal Government and State and local governments. “(2) Work with nongovernmental organizations .— In conducting the commemorative program, the Secretary may work with nongovernmental organizations working to support the commemoration of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. No public funds may be used to undertake activities sponsored by such organizations. “(b) Schedule .— The Secretary shall determine the schedule of major events and priority of efforts for the commemorative program in order to ensure achievement of the objectives specified in subsection (c). “(c) Commemorative Activities and Objectives .— The commemorative program may include activities and ceremonies to achieve the following objectives: “(1) To honor America’s commitment to never forget or forsake those who served and sacrificed for our Country, including personnel who were held as prisoners of war or listed as missing in action, and to thank and honor the families of these veterans. “(2) To highlight the service of the Armed Forces in times of war or armed conflict and contributions of Federal agencies and governmental and nongovernmental organizations that served with, or in support of, the Armed Forces. “(3) To pay tribute to the contributions made on the home front by the people of the United States in times of war or armed conflict. “(4) To educate the American Public about service and sacrifice on behalf of the United States of America and the principles that define and unite us. “(5) To recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by the allies of the United States during times of war or armed conflict. “(d) Names and Symbols .— The Secretary shall have the sole and exclusive right to use the name ‘The United States of America Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Commemoration’, and such seal, emblems, and badges incorporating such name as the Secretary may lawfully adopt. Nothing in this section may be construed to supersede rights that are established or vested before the date of the enactment of this Act [ Dec. 23, 2016 ]. “(e) Commemoration Fund.— “(1) In general .— Upon the establishment of the commemorative program under subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury shall establish in the Treasury of the United States an account to be known as the ‘Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Commemoration Fund’ (in this subsection referred to as the ‘Fund’). The Fund shall be administered by the Secretary of Defense. “(2) Deposits .— There shall be deposited into the Fund the following: “(A) Amounts appropriated to the Fund. “(B) Proceeds derived from the use by the Secretary of Defense of the exclusive rights described in subsection (d). “(C) Donations made in support of the commemorative program by private and corporate donors. “(D) Funds transferred to the Fund by the Secretary of Defense from funds appropriated for fiscal year 2017 and subsequent years for the Department of Defense. “(3) Use of fund .— The Secretary of Defense shall use the assets of the Fund only for the purpose of conducting the commemorative program. The Secretary shall prescribe such regulations regarding the use of the Fund as the Secretary considers appropriate. “(4) Availability .— Amounts deposited under paragraph (2) shall constitute the assets of the Fund and remain available until expended. “(5) Budget request .— The Secretary of Defense may establish a separate budget line for the commemorative program. In the budget justification materials submitted by the Secretary in support of the budget of the President for any fiscal year for which the Secretary establishes the separate budget line (as submitted to Congress pursuant to section 1105 of title 31 , United States Code), the Secretary shall— “(A) identify and explain any amounts expended for the commemorative program in the fiscal year preceding the budget request; “(B) identify and explain the amounts being requested to support the commemorative program for the fiscal year of the budget request; and “(C) present a summary of the fiscal status of the Fund. “(f) Acceptance of Voluntary Services.— “(1) Authority to accept services .— Notwithstanding section 1342 of title 31 , United States Code, the Secretary of Defense may accept from any person voluntary services to be provided in furtherance of the commemorative program. The Secretary shall prohibit the solicitation of any voluntary services if the nature or circumstances of such solicitation would compromise the integrity or the appearance of integrity of any program of the Department of Defense or of any individual involved in the program. “(2) Reimbursement of incidental expenses .— The Secretary may provide for reimbursement of incidental expenses incurred by a person providing voluntary services under this subsection. The Secretary shall determine which expenses are eligible for reimbursement under this paragraph. “(g) Final Report .— Not later than 60 days after the end of the commemorative program, if established by the Secretary of Defense under subsection (a), the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report containing an accounting of the following: “(1) All of the funds deposited into and expended from the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Commemoration Fund. “(2) Any other funds expended under this section. “(3) Any unobligated funds remaining in the Fund.”

Pub. L. 114–215, July 29, 2016, 130 Stat. 830, provided that:

“SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. “This Act may be cited as the ‘John F. Kennedy Centennial Commission Act’. “SEC. 2. ESTABLISHMENT. “There is established a commission to be known as the ‘John F. Kennedy Centennial Commission’ (in this Act referred to as the ‘Commission’). “SEC. 3. DUTIES OF COMMISSION. “The Commission shall— “(1) plan, develop, and carry out such activities as the Commission considers fitting and proper to honor John F. Kennedy on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of his birth; “(2) provide advice and assistance to Federal, State, and local governmental agencies, as well as civic groups to carry out activities to honor John F. Kennedy on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of his birth; “(3) develop activities that may be carried out by the Federal Government that are fitting and proper to honor John F. Kennedy on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of his birth; and “(4) submit to the President and Congress reports pursuant to section 7. “SEC. 4. MEMBERSHIP. “(a) Number and Appointment .— The Commission shall be composed of 11 members as follows: “(1) The Secretary of the Interior. “(2) Four members appointed by the President after considering the recommendations of the Board of Trustees of the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation. “(3) Two Members of the House of Representatives appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives. “(4) One Member of the House of Representatives appointed by the minority leader of the House of Representatives. “(5) Two Members of the Senate appointed by the majority leader of the Senate. “(6) One Member of the Senate appointed by the minority leader of the Senate. “(b) Ex Officio Member .— The Archivist of the United States shall serve in an ex officio capacity on the Commission to provide advice and information to the Commission. “(c) Terms .— Each member shall be appointed for the life of the Commission. “(d) Deadline for Appointment .— All members of the Commission shall be appointed not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act [ July 29, 2016 ]. “(e) Vacancies .— A vacancy on the Commission shall— “(1) not affect the powers of the Commission; and “(2) be filled in the manner in which the original appointment was made. “(f) Rates of Pay .— Members shall not receive compensation for the performance of their duties on behalf of the Commission. “(g) Travel Expenses .— Each member of the Commission shall be reimbursed for travel and per diem in lieu of subsistence expenses during the performance of duties of the Commission while away from home or his or her regular place of business, in accordance with applicable provisions under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code. “(h) Quorum .— A majority of the members of the Commission shall constitute a quorum to conduct business, but two or more members may hold hearings. “(i) Chairperson .— The chairperson of the Commission shall be elected by a majority vote of the members of the Commission. “SEC. 5. DIRECTOR AND STAFF OF COMMISSION. “(a) Director and Staff .— The Commission shall appoint an executive director and such other additional employees as are necessary to enable the Commission to perform its duties. “(b) Applicability of Certain Civil Service Laws .— The executive director and employees of the Commission may be appointed without regard to the provisions of title 5, United States Code, governing appointments in the competitive service, and may be paid without regard to the provisions of chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of such title relating to classification and General Schedule pay rates, except that the rate of pay for the executive director and other employees may not exceed the rate payable for level V of the Executive Schedule under section 5316 of such title. “(c) Detail of Federal Employees .— Upon request of the Commission, the Secretary of the Interior or the Archivist of the United States may detail, on a reimbursable basis, any of the employees of that department or agency to the Commission to assist it in carrying out its duties under this Act. “(d) Experts and Consultants .— The Commission may procure such temporary and intermittent services as are necessary to enable the Commission to perform its duties. “(e) Volunteer and Uncompensated Services .— Notwithstanding section 1342 of title 31 , United States Code, the Commission may accept and use voluntary and uncompensated services as the Commission determines necessary. “SEC. 6. POWERS OF COMMISSION. “(a) Hearings .— The Commission may, for the purpose of carrying out this Act, hold hearings, sit and act at times and places, take testimony, and receive evidence as the Commission considers appropriate. “(b) Mails .— The Commission may use the United States mails in the same manner and under the same conditions as other departments and agencies of the United States. “(c) Obtaining Official Data .— The Commission may secure directly from any department or agency of the United States information necessary to enable it to carry out its duties under this Act. Upon request of the chairperson of the Commission, the head of that department or agency shall furnish that information to the Commission. “(d) Gifts, Bequests, Devises .— The Commission may solicit, accept, use, and dispose of gifts, bequests, or devises of money, services, or property, both real and personal, for the purpose of aiding or facilitating its work. “(e) Available Space .— Upon the request of the Commission, the Administrator of General Services shall make available nationwide to the Commission, at a normal rental rate for Federal agencies, such assistance and facilities as may be necessary for the Commission to carry out its duties under this Act. “(f) Contract Authority .— The Commission may enter into contracts with and compensate government and private agencies or persons to enable the Commission to discharge its duties under this Act. “SEC. 7. REPORTS. “(a) Annual Reports .— The Commission shall submit to the President and the Congress annual reports on the revenue and expenditures of the Commission, including a list of each gift, bequest, or devise to the Commission with a value of more than $250, together with the identity of the donor of each gift, bequest, or devise. “(b) Interim Reports .— The Commission may submit to the President and Congress interim reports as the Commission considers appropriate. “(c) Final Report .— Not later than August 31, 2017 , the Commission shall submit a final report to the President and the Congress containing— “(1) a summary of the activities of the Commission; “(2) a final accounting of funds received and expended by the Commission; and “(3) the findings, conclusions, and final recommendations of the Commission. “SEC. 8. TERMINATION. “The Commission may terminate on such date as the Commission may determine after it submits its final report pursuant to section 7(c), but not later than September 30, 2017 . “SEC. 9. ANNUAL AUDIT. “The Inspector General of the Department of the Interior may perform an audit of the Commission, shall make the results of any audit performed available to the public, and shall transmit such results to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform [now Committee on Oversight and Accountability] of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate. “SEC. 10. PROHIBITION ON OBLIGATION OF FEDERAL FUNDS. “No Federal funds may be obligated to carry out this Act.”

Pub. L. 114–196, July 22, 2016, 130 Stat. 685, as amended by Pub. L. 116–282, § 2, Dec. 31, 2020, 134 Stat. 3386, provided that:

“SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. “This Act may be cited as the ‘United States Semiquincentennial Commission Act of 2016’. “SEC. 2. FINDINGS; PURPOSE. “(a) Findings .— Congress finds that July 4, 2026 , the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, as marked by the Declaration of Independence in 1776, and the historic events preceding that anniversary— “(1) are of major significance in the development of the national heritage of the United States of individual liberty, representative government, and the attainment of equal and inalienable rights; and “(2) have had a profound influence throughout the world. “(b) Purpose .— The purpose of this Act is to establish a Commission to provide for the observance and commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States and related events through local, State, national, and international activities planned, encouraged, developed, and coordinated by a national commission representative of appropriate public and private authorities and organizations. “SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. “In this Act: “(1) Commission .— The term ‘Commission’ means the United States Semiquincentennial Commission established by section 4(a). “(2) Private citizen .— The term ‘private citizen’ means an individual who is not an officer or employee of— “(A) the Federal Government; or “(B) a State or local government. “(3) Secretary .— The term ‘Secretary’ means the Secretary of the Interior. “SEC. 4. ESTABLISHMENT OF COMMISSION. “(a) In General .— There is established a commission, to be known as the ‘United States Semiquincentennial Commission’, to plan, encourage, develop, and coordinate the commemoration of the history of the United States leading up to the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. “(b) Composition .— The Commission shall be composed of the following members: “(1) Four members of the Senate, of whom— “(A) two shall be appointed by the majority leader of the Senate; and “(B) two shall be appointed by the minority leader of the Senate. “(2) Four members of the House of Representatives, of whom— “(A) two shall be appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives; and “(B) two shall be appointed by the minority leader of the House of Representatives. “(3) Sixteen members who are private citizens, of whom— “(A) four shall be appointed by the majority leader of the Senate; “(B) four shall be appointed by the minority leader of the Senate; “(C) four shall be appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives; “(D) four shall be appointed by the minority leader of the House of Representatives; and “(E) one of whom shall be designated by the President as the Chairperson. “(4) The following nonvoting ex officio members: “(A) The Secretary. “(B) The Secretary of State. “(C) The Attorney General. “(D) The Secretary of Defense. “(E) The Secretary of Education. “(F) The Librarian of Congress. “(G) The Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution. “(H) The Archivist of the United States. “(I) The Chairperson of the National Endowment for the Arts. “(J) The Chairperson of the National Endowment for the Humanities. “(K) The Director of the Institute of Museum and Library Services. “(L) (i) The Chief Justice of the United States; or “(ii) an Associate Justice or former Associate Justice appointed by the Chief Justice of the United States. “(c) Term; Vacancies.— “(1) Term .— A member shall be appointed for the life of the Commission. “(2) Vacancies .— A vacancy on the Commission— “(A) shall not affect the powers of the Commission; and “(B) shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment was made. “(3) Removal of members who are private citizens .— Following notice and approval of the relevant appointing authority, on an affirmative vote of not less than ⅔ of the members of the Commission, the Commission may remove a member of the Commission appointed under subsection (b)(3). “(d) Meetings .— “(1) Location of first meeting .— The first meeting of the Commission shall be convened at Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to honor the historical significance of the building as the site of deliberations and adoption of both the United States Declaration of Independence and Constitution. “(2) Location of subsequent meetings .— At least 1 meeting of the Commission each year shall be held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. “(e) Quorum .— A majority of the members of the Commission shall constitute a quorum, but a lesser number of members may hold hearings. “SEC. 5. DUTIES. “(a) In General .— The Commission shall— “(1) prepare an overall program for commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States and the historic events preceding that anniversary; and “(2) plan, encourage, develop, and coordinate observances and activities commemorating the historic events that preceded, and are associated with, the United States Semiquincentennial. “(b) Requirements.— “(1) In general .— In preparing plans and an overall program, the Commission— “(A) shall give due consideration to any related plans and programs developed by State, local, and private groups; and “(B) may designate special committees with representatives from groups described in subparagraph (A) to plan, develop, and coordinate specific activities. “(2) Emphasis .— The Commission shall— “(A) emphasize the planning of events in locations of historical significance to the United States, especially in those locations that witnessed the assertion of American liberty, such as— “(i) the 13 colonies; and “(ii) leading cities, including Boston, Charleston, New York City, and Philadelphia; and “(B) give special emphasis to— “(i) the role of persons and locations with significant impact on the history of the United States during the 250-year period beginning on the date of execution of the Declaration of Independence; and “(ii) the ideas associated with that history, which have been so important in the development of the United States, in world affairs, and in the quest for freedom of all mankind. “(3) Infrastructure .— The Commission shall— “(A) evaluate existing infrastructure; “(B) include in the report required under subsection (c) recommendations for what infrastructure should be in place for the successful undertaking of an appropriate celebration in accordance with this Act; and “(C) coordinate with State and local bodies to make necessary infrastructure improvements. “(c) Report Submitted to the President.— “(1) In general .— Not later than March 31, 2020 , the Commission shall submit to the President a comprehensive report that includes the specific recommendations of the Commission for the commemoration of the 250th anniversary and related events. “(2) Recommended activities .— The report may include recommended activities such as— “(A) the production, publication, and distribution of books, pamphlets, films, and other educational materials focusing on the history, culture, and political thought of the period of the American Revolution; “(B) bibliographical and documentary projects and publications; “(C) conferences, convocations, lectures, seminars, and other programs, especially those located in the 13 colonies, including the major cities and buildings of national historical significance of the 13 colonies; “(D) the development of libraries, museums, historic sites, and exhibits, including mobile exhibits; “(E) ceremonies and celebrations commemorating specific events, such as— “(i) the signing of the Declaration of Independence; “(ii) programs and activities focusing on the national and international significance of the United States Semiquincentennial; and “(iii) the implications of the Semiquincentennial for present and future generations; and “(F) encouraging Federal agencies to integrate the celebration of the Semiquincentennial into the regular activities and execution of the purpose of the agencies through such activities as the issuance of coins, medals, certificates of recognition, stamps, and the naming of vessels. “(3) Requirements .— The report shall include— “(A) the recommendations of the Commission for the allocation of financial and administrative responsibility among the public and private authorities and organizations recommended for participation by the Commission; and “(B) proposals for such legislative enactments and administrative actions as the Commission considers necessary to carry out the recommendations. “(d) Report Submitted to Congress .— The President shall submit to Congress a report that contains— “(1) the complete report of the Commission; and “(2) such comments and recommendations for legislation and such a description of administrative actions taken by the President as the President considers appropriate. “(e) Point of Contact .— The Commission, acting through the secretariat of the Commission described in section 9(b), shall serve as the point of contact of the Federal Government for all State, local, international, and private sector initiatives regarding the Semiquincentennial of the founding of the United States, with the purpose of coordinating and facilitating all fitting and proper activities honoring the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. “SEC. 6. COORDINATION. “(a) In General .— In carrying out this Act, the Commission shall consult and cooperate with, and seek advice and assistance from, appropriate Federal agencies, State and local public bodies, learned societies, and historical, patriotic, philanthropic, civic, professional, and related organizations. “(b) Responsibility of Other Federal Agencies.— “(1) In general .— Federal agencies shall cooperate with the Commission in planning, encouraging, developing, and coordinating appropriate commemorative activities. “(2) Department of the interior.— “(A) In general .— The Secretary shall undertake a study of appropriate actions that might be taken to further preserve and develop historic sites and battlefields, at such time and in such manner as will ensure that fitting observances and exhibits may be held at appropriate sites and battlefields during the 250th anniversary celebration. “(B) Report .— The Secretary shall submit to the Commission a report that contains the results of the study and the recommendations of the Secretary, in time to afford the Commission an opportunity— “(i) to review the study; and “(ii) to incorporate in the report described in section 5(c) such findings and recommendations as the Commission considers appropriate. “(3) Arts and humanities.— “(A) In general .— The Chairperson of the National Endowment for the Arts, the Chairperson of the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the Director of the Institute of Museum and Library Services shall cooperate with the Commission, especially in the encouragement and coordination of scholarly works and artistic expressions focusing on the history, culture, and political thought of the period predating the United States Semiquincentennial. “(B) Library of congress, smithsonian institution, and archives.— “(i) In general .— The Librarian of Congress, the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, and the Archivist of the United States shall cooperate with the Commission, especially in the development and display of exhibits and collections and in the development of bibliographies, catalogs, and other materials relevant to the period predating the United States Semiquincentennial. “(ii) Location .— To the maximum extent practicable, displays described in subparagraph (A) shall be located in, or in facilities near to, buildings of historical significance to the American Revolution, so as to promote greater public awareness of the heritage of the United States. “(C) Submission of recommendations .— Each of the officers described in this paragraph shall submit to the Commission a report containing recommendations in time to afford the Commission an opportunity— “(i) to review the reports; and “(ii) to incorporate in the report described in section 5(c) such findings and recommendations as the Commission considers appropriate. “(4) Department of state .— The Secretary of State shall coordinate the participation of foreign nations in the celebration of the United States Semiquincentennial, including by soliciting the erection of monuments and other cultural cooperations in founding and other cities of the United States so as— “(A) to celebrate the shared heritage of the United States with the many peoples and nations of the world; and “(B) to provide liaison and encouragement for the erection of international pavilions to showcase the spread of democratic institutions abroad in the period following the American Revolution. “SEC. 7. POWERS. “(a) Hearings .— The Commission may hold such hearings, meet and act at such times and places, take such testimony, and receive such evidence as the Commission considers advisable to carry out this Act. “(b) Information From Federal Agencies.— “(1) In general .— The Commission may secure directly from a Federal agency such information as the Commission considers necessary to carry out this Act. “(2) Provision of information .— On request of the Chairperson of the Commission, the head of the agency shall provide the information to the Commission. “(c) Postal Services .— The Commission may use the United States mails in the same manner and under the same conditions as other agencies of the Federal Government. “(d) Gifts .— The Commission may accept, use, and dispose of gifts or donations of money, property, or personal services. “(e) Additional Powers .— As determined necessary by the Commission, the Commission may— “(1) procure supplies, services, and property; “(2) make contracts; “(3) expend in furtherance of this Act funds donated or received in pursuance of contracts entered into under this Act; and “(4) take such actions as are necessary to enable the Commission to carry out efficiently and in the public interest the purposes of this Act. “(f) Use of Materials.— “(1) Time capsule .— A representative portion of all books, manuscripts, miscellaneous printed matter, memorabilia, relics, and other materials relating to the United States Semiquincentennial shall be deposited in a time capsule— “(A) to be buried in Independence Mall, Philadelphia, on July 4, 2026 ; and “(B) to be unearthed on the occasion of the 500th anniversary of the United States of America on July 4, 2276 . “(2) Other materials .— All other books, manuscripts, miscellaneous printed matter, memorabilia, relics, and other materials relating to the United States Semiquincentennial, whether donated to the Commission or collected by the Commission, may be deposited for preservation in national, State, or local libraries or museums or be otherwise disposed of by the Commission, in consultation with the Librarian of Congress, the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, the Archivist of the United States, and the Administrator of General Services. “(g) Property .— Any property acquired by the Commission remaining on termination of the Commission may be— “(1) used by the Secretary for purposes of the National Park Service; or “(2) disposed of as excess or surplus property. “SEC. 8. COMMISSION PERSONNEL MATTERS. “(a) Compensation of Members .— The members of the Commission shall receive no compensation for service on the Commission. “(b) Travel Expenses .— A member of the Commission shall be allowed travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, at rates authorized for an employee of an agency under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code, while away from the home or regular place of business of the member in the performance of the duties of the Commission. “(c) Staff.— “(1) In general .— The Chairperson of the Commission may, without regard to the civil service laws (including regulations), appoint and terminate an executive director and such other additional personnel as are necessary to enable the Commission to perform the duties of the Commission. “(2) Confirmation of executive director .— The employment of an executive director shall be subject to confirmation by the Commission. “(3) Compensation.— “(A) In general .— Except as provided in subparagraph (B), the Chairperson of the Commission may fix the compensation of the executive director and other personnel without regard to the provisions of chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5, United States Code, relating to classification of positions and General Schedule pay rates. “(B) Maximum rate of pay .— The rate of pay for the executive director and other personnel shall not exceed the rate payable for level V of the Executive Schedule under section 5316 of title 5 , United States Code. “(d) Detail of Federal Government Employees.— “(1) In general .— An employee of the Federal Government may be detailed to the Commission without reimbursement. “(2) Civil service status .— The detail of the employee shall be without interruption or loss of civil service status or privilege. “(e) Procurement of Temporary and Intermittent Services .— The Chairperson of the Commission may procure temporary and intermittent services in accordance with section 3109(b) of title 5 , United States Code, at rates for individuals that do not exceed the daily equivalent of the annual rate of basic pay prescribed for level V of the Executive Schedule under section 5316 of that title. “(f) Advisory Committees .— The Commission may appoint such advisory committees as the Commission determines necessary. “SEC. 9. EXPENDITURES OF COMMISSION. “(a) In General .— All expenditures of the Commission shall be made from donations, earned income, and any funds made available to carry out this Act under subsection (f). “(b) Administrative Secretariat .— The Secretary of the Interior shall, through a competitive process, seek to enter into an arrangement with a nonprofit organization, the mission of which is consistent with the purpose of this Act. Under such arrangement, such nonprofit organization shall— “(1) serve as the secretariat of the Commission, including by serving as the point of contact under section 5(e); “(2) house the administrative offices of the Commission; “(3) assume responsibility for funds of the Commission; and “(4) provide to the Commission financial and administrative services, including services related to budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, personnel, and procurement. “(c) Payment for Financial and Administrative Services.— “(1) In general .— Subject to paragraph (2), payment for services provided under subsection (b)(4) shall be made in advance, or by reimbursement, from funds of the Commission in such amounts as may be agreed on by the Chairperson of the Commission and the secretariat of the Commission. “(2) Relationship to regulations.— “(A) Erroneous payments .— The regulations under section 5514 of title 5 , United States Code, relating to the collection of indebtedness of personnel resulting from erroneous payments shall apply to the collection of erroneous payments made to, or on behalf of, a Commission employee. “(B) No promulgation by commission .— The Commission shall not be required to prescribe any regulations relating to the matters described in subparagraph (A). “(d) Annual Report .— Annually during the period beginning 1 year after the Commission submits the report to the President under section 5(c)(1) and ending on December 31, 2027 , the Commission shall submit to Congress a report of the activities of the Commission, including an accounting of funds received and expended during the year covered by the report. “(e) Intellectual Property Protections .— The Commission shall have the exclusive right to use, and to allow others to use, the official marks, imprimaturs, and logos of the Commission. “(f) Authorization of Appropriations .— There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as are necessary to carry out this Act. “SEC. 10. TERMINATION OF COMMISSION. “The Commission shall terminate on December 31, 2027 .”

Pub. L. 113–291, div. B, title XXX, § 3091(a)–(c)(3)(B), Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3858–3860, provided that:

“(a) Liberty Memorial as World War I Museum and Memorial.— “(1) Designation of liberty memorial .— The Liberty Memorial of Kansas City at America’s National World War I Museum in Kansas City, Missouri, is hereby designated as a ‘World War I Museum and Memorial’. “(2) Ceremonies .— The World War I Centennial Commission (in this section referred to as the ‘Commission’) may plan, develop, and execute ceremonies to recognize the designation of the Liberty Memorial of Kansas City as a World War I Museum and Memorial. “(b) Pershing Park as World War I Memorial.— “(1) Redesignation of pershing park .— Pershing Park in the District of Columbia is hereby redesignated as a ‘World War I Memorial’. “(2) Ceremonies .— The Commission may plan, develop, and execute ceremonies for the rededication of Pershing Park, as it approaches its 50th anniversary, as a World War I Memorial and for the enhancement of the General Pershing Commemorative Work as authorized by paragraph (3). “(3) Authority to enhance commemorative work.— “(A) In general .— The Commission may enhance the General Pershing Commemorative Work by constructing on the land designated by paragraph (1) as a World War I Memorial appropriate sculptural and other commemorative elements, including landscaping, to further honor the service of members of the United States Armed Forces in World War I. “(B) General pershing commemorative work defined .— In this subsection, the term ‘General Pershing Commemorative Work’ means the memorial to the late John J. Pershing, General of the Armies of the United States, who commanded the American Expeditionary Forces in World War I, and to the officers and men under his command, as authorized by Public Law 89–786 ( 80 Stat. 1377 ). “(4) Compliance with standards for commemorative works.— “(A) In general .— Except as provided in subparagraph (B), chapter 89 of title 40, United States Code, applies to the enhancement of the General Pershing Commemorative Work under this subsection. “(B) Waiver of certain requirements.— “(i) Site selection for memorial .— Section 8905 of such title does not apply with respect to the selection of the site for the World War I Memorial. “(ii) Certain conditions .— Section 8908(b) of such title does not apply to this subsection. “(5) No infringement upon existing memorial .— The World War I Memorial designated by paragraph (1) may not interfere with or encroach on the District of Columbia War Memorial. “(6) Deposit of excess funds.— “(A) Use for other world war i commemorative activities .— If, upon payment of all expenses for the enhancement of the General Pershing Commemorative Work under this subsection (including the maintenance and preservation amount required by section 8906(b)(1) of title 40 , United States Code), there remains a balance of funds received for such purpose, the Commission may use the amount of the balance for other commemorative activities authorized under the World War I Centennial Commission Act ( Public Law 112–272 ; 126 Stat. 2448 ) [set out below]. “(B) Use for other commemorative works .— If the authority for enhancement of the General Pershing Commemorative Work and the authority of the Commission to plan and conduct commemorative activities under the World War I Centennial Commission Act have expired and there remains a balance of funds received for the enhancement of the General Pershing Commemorative Work, the Commission shall transmit the amount of the balance to a separate account with the National Park Foundation, to be available to the Secretary of the Interior following the process provided in section 8906(b)(4) of title 40 , United States Code, for accounts established under section 8906(b)(3) of such title, except that funds in such account may only be obligated subject to appropriation. “(7) Authorization to complete construction after termination of commission .— [Amended section 8 of Pub. L. 112–272 , set out below.] “(c) Additional Amendments to World War I Centennial Commission Act .— [Pars. (1) to (3)(B) amended sections 4, 7, and 9 of Pub. L. 112–272 , set out below. Par. (3)(C) amended table of contents of Pub. L. 112–272 , which was omitted from the Code.]”

Pub. L. 112–272, Jan. 14, 2013, 126 Stat. 2448, as amended by Pub. L. 113–291, div. B, title XXX, § 3091(b)(7)–(c)(3)(B), Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3859, 3860; Pub. L. 114–289, title VI, § 601(l), Dec. 16, 2016, 130 Stat. 1492; Pub. L. 117–286, § 4(a)(216), Dec. 27, 2022, 136 Stat. 4329, provided that:

“SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS. “(a) Short Title .— This Act may be cited as the ‘World War I Centennial Commission Act’. “(b) Table of Contents .— [Omitted.] “SEC. 2. FINDINGS. “Congress makes the following findings: “(1) From 2014 through 2018, the United States and nations around the world will mark the centennial of World War I, including the entry of the United States into the war in April 1917. “(2) America’s support of Great Britain, France, Belgium, and its other allies in World War I marked the first time in United States history that American soldiers went abroad in defense of liberty against foreign aggression, and it marked the true beginning of the ‘American century’. “(3) Although World War I was at the time called ‘the war to end all wars’, in fact the United States would commit its troops to the defense of foreign lands 3 more times in the 20th century. “(4) More than 4,000,000 men and women from the United States served in uniform during World War I, among them 2 future presidents, Harry S. Truman and Dwight D. Eisenhower. Two million individuals from the United States served overseas during World War I, including 200,000 naval personnel who served on the seas. The United States suffered 375,000 casualties during World War I, including 116,516 deaths. “(5) The events of 1914 through 1918 shaped the world, the United States, and the lives of millions of people. “(6) The centennial of World War I offers an opportunity for people in the United States to learn about and commemorate the sacrifices of their predecessors. “(7) Commemorative programs, activities, and sites allow people in the United States to learn about the history of World War I, the United States involvement in that war, and the war’s effects on the remainder of the 20th century, and to commemorate and honor the participation of the United States and its citizens in the war effort. “SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. “In this Act— “(1) America’s national world war i museum .— The term ‘America’s National World War I Museum’ means the Liberty Memorial Museum in Kansas City, Missouri, as recognized by Congress in section 1031(b) of the Ronald W. Reagan National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2005 ( Public Law 108–375 ; 118 Stat. 2045 ). “(2) Centennial commission .— The term ‘Centennial Commission’ means the World War I Centennial Commission established by section 4(a). “(3) Veterans service organization .— The term ‘veterans service organization’ means any organization recognized by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs for the representation of veterans under section 5902 of title 38 , United States Code. “SEC. 4. ESTABLISHMENT OF WORLD WAR I CENTENNIAL COMMISSION. “(a) Establishment .— There is established a commission to be known as the ‘World War I Centennial Commission’. “(b) Membership.— “(1) Composition .— The Centennial Commission shall be composed of 12 members as follows: “(A) Two members who shall be appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives. “(B) One member who shall be appointed by the minority leader of the House of Representatives. “(C) Two members who shall be appointed by the majority leader of the Senate. “(D) One member who shall be appointed by the minority leader of the Senate. “(E) Three members who shall be appointed by the President from among persons who are broadly representative of the people of the United States (including members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and representatives of veterans service organizations). “(F) One member who shall be appointed by the executive director of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States. “(G) One member who shall be appointed by the executive director of the American Legion. “(H) One member who shall be appointed by the president of the Liberty Memorial Association. “(2) Time for appointment .— The members of the Centennial Commission shall be appointed not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act [ Jan. 14, 2013 ]. “(3) Period of appointment .— Each member shall be appointed for the life of the Centennial Commission. “(4) Vacancies .— A vacancy in the Centennial Commission shall be filled in the manner in which the original appointment was made. “(c) Meetings.— “(1) Initial meeting.— “(A) In general .— Not later than 30 days after the date on which all members of the Centennial Commission have been appointed, the Centennial Commission shall hold its first meeting. “(B) Location .— The location for the meeting held under subparagraph (A) shall be the America’s National World War I Museum. “(2) Subsequent meetings.— “(A) In general .— The Centennial Commission shall meet at the call of the Chair. “(B) Frequency .— The Chair shall call a meeting of the members of the Centennial Commission not less frequently than once each year. “(C) Location .— Not less frequently than once each year, the Centennial Commission shall meet at the America’s National World War I Museum. “(3) Quorum .— Seven members of the Centennial Commission shall constitute a quorum, but a lesser number may hold hearings. “(d) Chair and Vice Chair .— The Centennial Commission shall select a Chair and Vice Chair from among its members. “(e) Ex Officio and Other Advisory Members.— “(1) Powers .— The individuals listed in paragraphs (2) and (3), or their designated representative, shall serve on the Centennial Commission solely to provide advice and information to the members of the Centennial Commission appointed pursuant to subsection (b)(1), and shall not be considered members for purposes of any other provision of this Act. “(2) Ex officio members .— The following individuals shall serve as ex officio members: “(A) The Archivist of the United States. “(B) The Librarian of Congress. “(C) The Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution. “(D) The Secretary of Education. “(E) The Secretary of State. “(F) The Secretary of Veterans Affairs. “(G) The Administrator of General Services. “(3) Other advisory members .— The following individuals shall serve as other advisory members: “(A) Four members appointed by the Secretary of Defense in the following manner: One from the Navy, one from the Marine Corps, one from the Army, and one from the Air Force. “(B) Two members appointed by the Secretary of Homeland Security in the following manner: One from the Coast Guard and one from the United States Secret Service. “(C) Two members appointed by the Secretary of the Interior, including one from the National Park Service. “(4) Vacancies .— A vacancy in a member position under paragraph (3) shall be filled in the same manner in which the original appointment was made. “SEC. 5. DUTIES OF CENTENNIAL COMMISSION. “(a) In General .— The duties of the Centennial Commission are as follows: “(1) To plan, develop, and execute programs, projects, and activities to commemorate the centennial of World War I. “(2) To encourage private organizations and State and local governments to organize and participate in activities commemorating the centennial of World War I. “(3) To facilitate and coordinate activities throughout the United States relating to the centennial of World War I. “(4) To serve as a clearinghouse for the collection and dissemination of information about events and plans for the centennial of World War I. “(5) To develop recommendations for Congress and the President for commemorating the centennial of World War I. “(b) Reports.— “(1) Periodic report .— Not later than the last day of the 6-month period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act [ Jan. 14, 2013 ], and not later than the last day of each 3-month period thereafter, the Centennial Commission shall submit to Congress and the President a report on the activities and plans of the Centennial Commission. “(2) Recommendations .— Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Centennial Commission shall submit to Congress and the President a report containing specific recommendations for commemorating the centennial of World War I and coordinating related activities. “SEC. 6. POWERS OF CENTENNIAL COMMISSION. “(a) Hearings .— The Centennial Commission may hold such hearings, sit and act at such times and places, take such testimony, and receive such evidence as the Centennial Commission considers appropriate to carry out its duties under this Act. “(b) Powers of Member and Agents .— If authorized by the Centennial Commission, any member or agent of the Centennial Commission may take any action which the Centennial Commission is authorized to take under this Act. “(c) Information From Federal Agencies .— The Centennial Commission shall secure directly from any Federal department or agency such information as the Centennial Commission considers necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act. Upon the request of the Chair of the Centennial Commission, the head of such department or agency shall furnish such information to the Centennial Commission. “(d) Administrative Support Services .— Upon the request of the Centennial Commission, the Administrator of the General Services Administration shall provide to the Centennial Commission, on a reimbursable basis, the administrative support services necessary for the Centennial Commission to carry out its responsibilities under this Act. “(e) Contract Authority.— “(1) In general .— Except as provided in paragraph (2), the Centennial Commission is authorized— “(A) to procure supplies, services, and property; and “(B) to make or enter into contracts, leases, or other legal agreements. “(2) Limitation .— The Centennial Commission may not enter into any contract, lease, or other legal agreement that extends beyond the date of the termination of the Centennial Commission under section 8(a). “(f) Postal Services .— The Centennial Commission may use the United States mails in the same manner and under the same conditions as other departments and agencies of the Federal Government. “(g) Gifts, Bequests, and Devises .— The Centennial Commission shall accept, use, and dispose of gifts, bequests, or devises of services or property, both real and personal, for the purpose of covering the costs incurred by the Centennial Commission to carry out its duties under this Act. “SEC. 7. CENTENNIAL COMMISSION PERSONNEL MATTERS. “(a) Compensation of Members .— Members of the Centennial Commission shall serve without compensation for such service. “(b) Travel Expenses .— Each member of the Centennial Commission shall be allowed travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, in accordance with the applicable provisions of title 5, United States Code. “(c) Staff.— “(1) In general .— The Chair of the Centennial Commission shall, in consultation with the members of the Centennial Commission, appoint an executive director and such other additional personnel as may be necessary to enable the Centennial Commission to perform its duties. “(2) Compensation.— “(A) In general .— Subject to subparagraph (B), the Chair of the Centennial Commission may fix the compensation of the executive director and any other personnel appointed under paragraph (1), without regard to the provisions of chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5, United States Code, relating to classification and General Schedule pay rates. “(B) Limitation .— The Chair of the Centennial Commission may not fix the compensation of the executive director or other personnel appointed under paragraph (1) at a rate that exceeds the rate of payable [sic] for level II of the Executive Schedule under section 5315 of title 5 , United States Code. “(C) Work location .— If the city government for Kansas City, Missouri, and the Liberty Memorial Association make space available in the building in which the America’s National World War I Museum is located, the executive director of the Centennial Commission and other personnel appointed under paragraph (1) shall work in such building to the extent practical. “(d) Detail of Government Employees .— Upon request of the Centennial Commission, the head of any Federal department or agency may detail, on a reimbursable basis, any employee of that department or agency to the Centennial Commission to assist it in carrying out its duties under this Act. “(e) Procurement of Temporary and Intermittent Services .— The Chair of the Centennial Commission may procure temporary and intermittent services under section 3109(b) of title 5 , United States Code. “SEC. 8. TERMINATION OF CENTENNIAL COMMISSION. “(a) In General .— Except as provided in subsection (c), the Centennial Commission shall terminate on the earlier of— “(1) the date that is 30 days after the date the completion of the activities under this Act honoring the centennial observation of World War I; or “(2) July 28, 2019 . “(b) Application of Chapter 10 of Title 5 , United States Code.— “(1) In general .— Except as provided in paragraph (2), the provisions of chapter 10 of title 5, United States Code, shall apply to the activities of the Centennial Commission under this Act. “(2) Exception .— Section 1013(a) of title 5 , United States Code, shall not apply to the Centennial Commission. “(c) Exception for Completion of World War I Memorial .— The Centennial Commission may perform such work as is necessary to complete the rededication of a World War I Memorial and enhancement of the General Pershing Commemorative Work under section 3091(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 [ Pub. L. 113–291 , set out above], subject to section 8903 of title 40 , United States Code. “SEC. 9. LIMITATION ON OBLIGATION OF FEDERAL FUNDS. “No Federal funds may be obligated or expended for the designation, establishment, or enhancement of a memorial or commemorative work by the World War I Centennial Commission.”

Pub. L. 111–25, June 2, 2009, 123 Stat. 1767, as amended by Pub. L. 112–13, § 1, May 12, 2011, 125 Stat. 215, provided that:

“SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. “This Act may be cited as the ‘Ronald Reagan Centennial Commission Act’. “SEC. 2. ESTABLISHMENT. “There is established a commission to be known as the ‘Ronald Reagan Centennial Commission’ (in this Act referred to as the ‘Commission’). “SEC. 3. DUTIES OF COMMISSION. “The Commission shall— “(1) plan, develop, and carry out such activities as the Commission considers fitting and proper to honor Ronald Reagan on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of his birth; “(2) provide advice and assistance to Federal, State, and local governmental agencies, as well as civic groups[,] to carry out activities to honor Ronald Reagan on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of his birth; “(3) develop activities that may be carried out by the Federal Government to determine whether the activities are fitting and proper to honor Ronald Reagan on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of his birth; and “(4) submit to the President and Congress reports pursuant to section 7. “SEC. 4. MEMBERSHIP. “(a) Number and Appointment .— The Commission shall be composed of 11 members as follows: “(1) The Secretary of the Interior. “(2) Four members appointed by the President after considering the recommendations of the Board of Trustees of the Ronald Reagan Foundation. “(3) Two Members of the House of Representatives appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives. “(4) One Member of the House of Representatives appointed by the minority leader of the House of Representatives. “(5) Two Members of the Senate appointed by the majority leader of the Senate. “(6) One Member of the Senate appointed by the minority leader of the Senate. “(b) Ex Officio Member .— The Archivist of the United States shall serve in an ex officio capacity on the Commission to provide advice and information to the Commission. “(c) Terms .— Each member shall be appointed for the life of the Commission. “(d) Deadline for Appointment .— All members of the Commission shall be appointed not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act [ June 2, 2009 ]. “(e) Vacancies .— A vacancy on the Commission shall— “(1) not affect the powers of the Commission; and “(2) be filled in the manner in which the original appointment was made. “(f) Rates of Pay .— Members shall not receive compensation for the performance of their duties on behalf of the Commission. “(g) Travel Expenses .— Each member of the Commission shall be reimbursed for travel and per diem in lieu of subsistence expenses during the performance of duties of the Commission while away from home or his or her regular place of business, in accordance with applicable provisions under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code. “(h) Quorum .— A majority of the members of the Commission shall constitute a quorum to conduct business, but two or more members may hold hearings. “(i) Chairperson .— The chairperson of the Commission shall be elected by a majority vote of the members of the Commission. “SEC. 5. DIRECTOR AND STAFF OF COMMISSION. “(a) Director and Staff .— The Commission shall appoint an executive director and such other additional personnel as are necessary to enable the Commission to perform its duties. “(b) Applicability of Certain Civil Service Laws .— The executive director and staff of the Commission may be appointed without regard to the provisions of title 5, United States Code, governing appointments in the competitive service, and may be paid without regard to the provisions of chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of such title relating to classification and General Schedule pay rates, except that the rate of pay for the executive director and other staff may not exceed the rate payable for level V of the Executive Schedule under section 5316 of such title. “(c) Detail of Federal Employees .— Upon request of the Commission, the Secretary of the Interior or the Archivist of the United States may detail, on a reimbursable basis, any of the personnel of that department or agency to the Commission to assist it in carrying out its duties under this Act. “(d) Experts and Consultants .— The Commission may procure such temporary and intermittent services as are necessary to enable the Commission to perform its duties. “(e) Volunteer and Uncompensated Services .— Notwithstanding section 1342 of title 31 , United States Code, the Commission may accept and use voluntary and uncompensated services as the Commission determines necessary. “SEC. 6. POWERS OF COMMISSION. “(a) Hearings .— The Commission may, for the purpose of carrying out this Act, hold hearings, sit and act at times and places, take testimony, and receive evidence as the Commission considers appropriate. “(b) Mails .— The Commission may use the United States mails in the same manner and under the same conditions as other departments and agencies of the United States. “(c) Obtaining Official Data .— The Commission may secure directly from any department or agency of the United States information necessary to enable it to carry out its duties under this Act. Upon request of the chairperson of the Commission, the head of that department or agency shall furnish that information to the Commission. “(d) Gifts, Bequests, Devises .— The Commission may solicit, accept, use, and dispose of gifts, bequests, or devises of money, services, or property, both real and personal, for the purpose of aiding or facilitating its work. “(e) Available Space .— Upon the request of the Commission, the Administrator of General Services shall make available nationwide to the Commission, at a normal rental rate for Federal agencies, such assistance and facilities as may be necessary for the Commission to carry out its duties under this Act. “(f) Contract Authority .— The Commission may enter into contracts with and compensate government and private agencies or persons to enable the Commission to discharge its duties under this Act. “SEC. 7. REPORTS. “(a) Annual Reports .— The Commission shall submit to the President and the Congress annual reports on the revenue and expenditures of the Commission, including a list of each gift, bequest, or devise to the Commission with a value of more than $250, together with the identity of the donor of each gift, bequest, or devise. “(b) Interim Reports .— The Commission may submit to the President and Congress interim reports as the Commission considers appropriate. “(c) Final Report .— Not later than November 30, 2011 , the Commission shall submit a final report to the President and the Congress containing— “(1) a summary of the activities of the Commission; “(2) a final accounting of funds received and expended by the Commission; and “(3) the findings, conclusions, and final recommendations of the Commission. “SEC. 8. TERMINATION. “The Commission may terminate on such date as the Commission may determine after it submits its final report pursuant to section 7(c), but not later than December 31, 2011 . “SEC. 9. ANNUAL AUDIT. “The Inspector General of the Department of the Interior may perform an audit of the Commission, shall make the results of any audit performed available to the public, and shall transmit such results to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform [now Committee on Oversight and Accountability] of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate. “SEC. 10. PROHIBITION ON OBLIGATION OF FEDERAL FUNDS. “No Federal funds may be obligated to carry out this Act.”

Pub. L. 108–447, div. J, title II, Dec. 8, 2004, 118 Stat. 3348, provided that:

“SEC. 201. SHORT TITLE. “This title may be cited as the ‘225th Anniversary of the American Revolution Commemoration Act’. “SEC. 202. FINDINGS AND PURPOSES. “(a) FINDINGS.— Congress finds the following: “(1) The American Revolution, inspired by the spirit of liberty and independence among the inhabitants of the original 13 colonies of Great Britain, was an event of global significance having a profound and lasting effect upon American Government, laws, culture, society, and values. “(2) The years 2000 through 2008 mark the 225th anniversary of the Revolutionary War. “(3) Every generation of American citizens should have an opportunity to understand and appreciate the continuing legacy of the American Revolution. “(4) This 225th anniversary provides an opportunity to enhance public awareness and understanding of the impact of the American Revolution’s legacy on the lives of citizens today. “(5) Although the National Park Service administers battlefields, historical parks, historic sites, and programs that address elements of the story of the American Revolution, there is a need to establish partnerships that link sites and programs administered by the National Park Service with those of other Federal and non-Federal entities in order to place the story of the American Revolution in the broad context of its causes, consequences, and meanings. “(6) The story and significance of the American Revolution can best engage the American people through a national program of the National Park Service that links historic structures and sites, routes, activities, community projects, exhibits, and multimedia materials, in a manner that is both unified and flexible. “(b) Purposes .— The purposes of this Act [probably should be “title”] are as follows: “(1) To recognize the enduring importance of the American Revolution in the lives of American citizens today. “(2) To authorize the National Park Service to coordinate, connect, and facilitate Federal and non-Federal activities to commemorate, honor, and interpret the history of the American Revolution, its significance, and its relevance to the shape and spirit of American Government and society. “SEC. 203. 225TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION COMMEMORATION PROGRAM. “(a) In General .— The Secretary of the Interior (hereinafter in this Act [title] referred to as the ‘Secretary’) shall establish a program to be known as the ‘225th Anniversary of the American Revolution Commemoration’ (hereinafter in this Act [title] referred to as the ‘225th Anniversary’). In administering the 225th Anniversary, the Secretary shall— “(1) produce and disseminate to appropriate persons educational materials, such as handbooks, maps, interpretive guides, or electronic information related to the 225th Anniversary and the American Revolution; “(2) enter into appropriate cooperative agreements and memoranda of understanding to provide technical assistance under subsection (c); “(3) assist in the protection of resources associated with the American Revolution; “(4) enhance communications, connections, and collaboration among the National Park Service units and programs related to the Revolutionary War; “(5) expand the research base for American Revolution interpretation and education; and “(6) create and adopt an official, uniform symbol or device for the theme ‘Lighting Freedom’s Flame: American Revolution, 225th Anniversary’ and issue regulations for its use. “(b) Elements .— The 225th Anniversary shall encompass the following elements: “(1) All units and programs of the National Park Service determined by the Secretary to pertain to the American Revolution. “(2) Other governmental and nongovernmental sites, facilities, and programs of an educational, research, or interpretive nature that are documented to be directly related to the American Revolution. “(3) Through the Secretary of State, the participation of the Governments of the United Kingdom, France, the Netherlands, Spain, and Canada. “(c) Cooperative Agreements and Memoranda of Understanding .— To achieve the purposes of this Act [title] and to ensure effective coordination of the Federal and non-Federal elements of the 225th Anniversary with National Park Service units and programs, the Secretary may enter into cooperative agreements and memoranda of understanding with, and provide technical assistance to, the following: “(1) The heads of other Federal agencies, States, units of local government, and private entities. “(2) In cooperation with the Secretary of State, the Governments of the United Kingdom, France, the Netherlands, Spain, and Canada. “(d) Authorization of Appropriations .— There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this Act [title] $500,000 for each of fiscal years 2004 through 2009.”

Pub. L. 107–202, July 24, 2002, 116 Stat. 739, known as the Benjamin Franklin Tercentenary Commission Act, created the Commission to celebrate the 300th anniversary of Franklin’s birth, established the Commission’s membership, duties and powers, authorized appropriations, required interim reports and a final report by Jan. 16, 2007, and provided that the Commission would terminate 120 days after submitting its final report.

Pub. L. 107–41, Sept. 18, 2001, 115 Stat. 226, created the Brown v. Board of Education 50th Anniversary Commission to plan and coordinate the commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Supreme Court decision in Brown v. Board of Education and provided for reports by the Commission and for its termination not later than Feb. 1, 2005.

Pub. L. 106–550, Dec. 19, 2000, 114 Stat. 2745, known as the James Madison Commemoration Commission Act, created the James Madison Commemoration Commission and the James Madison Commemoration Advisory Committee, directed them to prepare various publications, activities, and events relating to the life of James Madison, and provided for a final report by the Commission not later than Feb. 15, 2002, and the termination of the Commission and Committee not later than 60 days after submission of the report.

Pub. L. 106–173, Feb. 25, 2000, 114 Stat. 14, as amended by Pub. L. 107–20, title II, § 2804, July 24, 2001, 115 Stat. 185; Pub. L. 107–68, title II, § 209, Nov. 12, 2001, 115 Stat. 588; Pub. L. 107–117, div. B, § 917(a), Jan. 10, 2002, 115 Stat. 2324; Pub. L. 108–7, div. H, title I, § 1304, Feb. 20, 2003, 117 Stat. 379; Pub. L. 108–59, § 1, July 14, 2003, 117 Stat. 860; Pub. L. 111–8, div. G, title I, § 1204, Mar. 11, 2009, 123 Stat. 826, known as the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission Act, established the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission to plan and carry out various activities to honor the bicentennial anniversary of Lincoln’s birth and provided for a final report by the Commission not later than Apr. 30, 2010, and termination of the Commission 120 days after submission of the report.

Proc. No. 10941, May 16, 2025, 90 F.R. 21839 provided:

On Armed Forces Day, we pause to honor the men and women of America’s Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and Space Force. Every day, throughout our homeland and in far-flung regions of the world, our fighting forces valiantly safeguard our liberty, defend our border, and support global stability through humanitarian missions and disaster relief operations. In America’s legacy of awe-inspiring heroes, they are without equal.

As Commander in Chief, my highest responsibility is to ensure our all-volunteer military, 2.1 million-strong, is the world’s most lethal fighting force. I have taken bold steps to prioritize military excellence and readiness across every branch of service, ensuring that all active duty, National Guard, and Reserve members who wear our Nation’s uniform are prepared to deploy, fight, and win against any adversary in any domain. America’s military will soon be stronger and more powerful than ever before. Since November, enlistment numbers for every branch of the Armed Forces have surged—recruitment is now the highest it has been in 30 years.

On Armed Forces Day, we celebrate those for whom patriotism is not a passive, lofty ideal, but a way of life that is measured by the unyielding commitment to serve this Nation with valor, vigilance, integrity, and devotion to duty. It is worthy not only of a day of recognition but also a lifetime of respect from a grateful Nation. The First Lady joins me in saluting our service members—on land, at sea, and in air and space—along with their devoted families, who share in this legacy of service and sacrifice.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of America and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of the United States, continuing the tradition of my predecessors in office, do hereby proclaim the third Saturday of each May as Armed Forces Day. I invite the Governors of the States and Territories and other areas subject to the jurisdiction of the United States to provide for the observance of Armed Forces Day within their jurisdiction in an appropriate manner designed to increase public understanding and appreciation of our Armed Forces. I call upon all Americans to display the flag of the United States at their homes and businesses on Armed Forces Day, and I urge citizens to learn more about military service by attending and participating in the local observances of the day.

Proclamation 10762 of May 17, 2024, is hereby superseded.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixteenth day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-five, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-ninth.

Donald J. Trump.

Prior similar proclamations were contained in the following:

Proc. No. 10762, May 17, 2024, 89 F.R. 44907, superseded by Proc. No. 10941, May 16, 2025, 90 F.R. 21839.

Proc. No. 10585, May 19, 2023, 88 F.R. 33529, superseded by Proc. No. 10762, May 17, 2024, 89 F.R. 44907.

Proc. No. 10400, May 20, 2022, 87 F.R. 31701, superseded by Proc. No. 10585, May 19, 2023, 88 F.R. 33529.

Proc. No. 10210, May 14, 2021, 86 F.R. 27017, superseded by Proc. No. 10400, May 20, 2022, 87 F.R. 31701.

Proc. No. 10034, May 15, 2020, 85 F.R. 30585, superseded by Proc. No. 10210, May 14, 2021, 86 F.R. 27017.

Proc. No. 9892, May 17, 2019, 84 F.R. 23701, superseded by Proc. No. 10034, May 15, 2020, 85 F.R. 30585.

Proc. No. 9753, May 18, 2018, 83 F.R. 24215, superseded by Proc. No. 9892, May 17, 2019, 84 F.R. 23701.

Proc. No. 9615, May 19, 2017, 82 F.R. 23995, superseded by Proc. No. 9753, May 18, 2018, 83 F.R. 24215.

Proc. No. 9452, May 20, 2016, 81 F.R. 33327, superseded by Proc. No. 9615, May 19, 2017, 82 F.R. 23995.

Proc. No. 9283, May 15, 2015, 80 F.R. 29199, superseded by Proc. No. 9452, May 20, 2016, 81 F.R. 33327.

Proc. No. 9129, May 16, 2014, 79 F.R. 29321, superseded by Proc. No. 9283, May 15, 2015, 80 F.R. 29199.

Proc. No. 8984, May 17, 2013, 78 F.R. 30731, superseded by Proc. No. 9129, May 16, 2014, 79 F.R. 29321.

Proc. No. 8823, May 18, 2012, 77 F.R. 30875, superseded by Proc. No. 8984, May 17, 2013, 78 F.R. 30731.

Proc. No. 8681, May 20, 2011, 76 F.R. 30497, superseded by Proc. No. 8823, May 18, 2012, 77 F.R. 30875.

Proc. No. 8522, May 14, 2010, 75 F.R. 28185, superseded by Proc. No. 8681, May 20, 2011, 76 F.R. 30497.

Proc. No. 8380, May 14, 2009, 74 F.R. 23603, superseded by Proc. No. 8522, May 14, 2010, 75 F.R. 28185.

Proc. No. 7562, May 16, 2002, 67 F.R. 35707, superseded by Proc. No. 8380, May 14, 2009, 74 F.R. 23603.

Proc. No. 6693, May 21, 1994, 59 F.R. 26923, superseded by Proc. No. 7562, May 16, 2002, 67 F.R. 35707.

Proc. No. 5983, May 17, 1989, 54 F.R. 21593, superseded by Proc. No. 6693, May 21, 1994, 59 F.R. 26923.

Proc. No. 4934, Apr. 16, 1982, 47 F.R. 16767, superseded by Proc. No. 5983, May 17, 1989, 54 F.R. 21593.

Proc. No. 4571, May 15, 1978, 43 F.R. 21313, superseded by Proc. No. 4934, Apr. 16, 1982, 47 F.R. 16767.

Proc. No. 4492, Mar. 22, 1977, 42 F.R. 15889, superseded by Proc. No. 4571, May 15, 1978, 43 F.R. 21313.

Proc. No. 4357, Mar. 25, 1975, 40 F.R. 13293, superseded by Proc. No. 4492, Mar. 22, 1977, 42 F.R. 15889.

Proc. No. 4276, Mar. 21, 1974, 39 F.R. 10877, superseded by Proc. No. 4357, Mar. 25, 1975, 40 F.R. 13293.

Proc. No. 3655, May 7, 1965, 30 F.R. 6467, superseded by Proc. No. 4276, Mar. 21, 1974, 39 F.R. 10877.

Proc. No. 3399, Mar. 22, 1961, 26 F.R. 2501, superseded by Proc. No. 3655, May 7, 1965, 30 F.R. 6467.

Proc. No. 3172, Mar. 6, 1957, 22 F.R. 1427, superseded by Proc. No. 3399, Mar. 22, 1961, 26 F.R. 2501.

Proc. No. 8455, Nov. 20, 2009, 74 F.R. 61261, provided:

Our Nation’s farm and ranch families supply many of the basic necessities of our daily life. They manage a large portion of our country’s fertile land base, and they are caretakers of our valuable natural resources and diverse ecosystems. Their connections with urban and suburban communities are critical to our economy and to the nourishment of our people. During National Farm-City Week, we express gratitude for the contributions of our Nation’s farmers and ranchers, and we rededicate ourselves to providing all Americans with access to healthy food, and thus, a healthy future.

Pioneered by Native Americans, agriculture was our Nation’s first industry. For agriculture to thrive in the 21st century, we must continue to cultivate the relationships between farmers and rural businesses and their partners and customers in cities and towns. American farmers and ranchers are proud to grow the food, feed, fuel, and fiber that enhance our national security and prosperity, and remain steadfast stewards of the land they love. We must ensure that farming is maintained as an economically, socially, and environmentally sustainable way of life for future generations.

This Thanksgiving season, we celebrate farms of every size that produce fruits, vegetables, dairy, and livestock indispensable to the health of our families. We also recognize the vital ties between our urban and suburban communities and their local farmers through regional food systems, farmers markets, and community gardens. During National Farm-City Week, we celebrate the bounty of America, and we honor the commitment of those who grow, harvest, and deliver agricultural goods to feed our country and grow our economy.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim the week ending on Thanksgiving Day of each year as National Farm-City Week. I call on Americans as they gather with their families and friends to reflect on the accomplishments of all who dedicate their lives to promoting our Nation’s agricultural abundance and environmental stewardship.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twentieth day of November, in the year of our Lord two thousand nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-fourth.

Barack Obama.

Proc. No. 8641, Mar. 30, 2011, 76 F.R. 18629, provided:

Our Nation’s story of progress is rich with profound struggle and great sacrifice, marked by the selfless acts and fearless leadership of remarkable Americans. A true champion for justice, Cesar Chavez advocated for and won many of the rights and benefits we now enjoy, and his spirit lives on in the hands and hearts of working women and men today. As we celebrate the anniversary of his birth, we honor Cesar Chavez’s lasting victories for American workers and his noble methods in achieving them.

Raised in the fields of Arizona and California, Cesar Chavez faced hardship and injustice from a young age. At the time, farm workers toiled in the shadows of society, vulnerable to abuse and exploitation. Families like Chavez’s were impoverished; exposed to hazardous working conditions and dangerous pesticides; and often denied clean drinking water, toilets, and other basic necessities.

Cesar Chavez saw the need for change and made a courageous choice to work to improve the lives of his fellow farm workers. Through boycotts and fasts, he led others on a path of nonviolence conceived in careful study of the teachings of St. Francis of Assisi and Mahatma Gandhi, and in the powerful example of Martin Luther King, Jr. He became a community organizer and began his lifelong advocacy to protect and empower people. With quiet leadership and a powerful voice, Cesar founded the United Farm Workers (UFW) with Dolores Huerta, launching one of our Nation’s most inspiring social movements.

Cesar Chavez’s legacy provides lessons from which all Americans can learn. One person can change the course of a nation and improve the lives of countless individuals. Cesar once said, “Non-violence is not inaction. … Non-violence is hard work. It is the willingness to sacrifice. It is the patience to win.” From his inspiring accomplishments, we have learned that social justice takes action, selflessness, and commitment. As we face the challenges of our day, let us do so with the hope and determination of Cesar Chavez, echoing the words that were his rallying cry and that continue to inspire so many today, “Sí, se puede”—“Yes, we can.”

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 31 of each year as Cesar Chavez Day. I call upon all Americans to observe this day with appropriate service, community, and educational programs to honor Cesar Chavez’s enduring legacy.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of March, in the year of our Lord two thousand eleven, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-fifth.

Barack Obama.

Proc. No. 8647, Apr. 1, 2011, 76 F.R. 19265, provided:

With autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) affecting nearly one percent of children in the United States, autism is an urgent public health issue with a profound impact on millions of Americans. World Autism Awareness Day is an opportunity to recognize the contributions of individuals with ASDs and rededicate ourselves to the cause of understanding and responding to autism.

Men and women on the autism spectrum have thrived and excelled in communities across America and around the world. Yet, despite great progress in understanding ASDs, challenges remain for these individuals and their loved ones. For too long, the needs of people living with autism and their families have gone without adequate support and understanding. While we continue to encourage the development of resources for children on the autism spectrum and provide necessary resources for their families, we must also remember that young people with ASDs become adults with ASDs who deserve our support, our respect, and the opportunity to realize their highest aspirations.

As our understanding of the autism spectrum grows, my Administration remains dedicated to supporting children and adults impacted by autism. Led by the Department of Health and Human Services, we have expanded investments in autism research, public health tracking, early detection, and services—from early intervention for children to improved long-term services and support programs for adults. My Administration maintains a firm commitment to advance autism research and treatment, as well as promote education, employment, and equality for all individuals with autism, from early childhood through employment and community life. We will continue to work with the Congress, experts, and families to improve Federal and State programs that assist individuals with ASDs and their families and to bolster the impact and reach of community support and services. I encourage all Americans to visit www.HHS.gov/autism for more information and resources on ASDs.

With each breakthrough in research and each innovative treatment, we open endless possibilities for the many American families who have been touched by autism. As we mark World Autism Awareness Day, let us recommit to improving the lives of individuals and families impacted by ASDs and creating a world free from discrimination where all can achieve their fullest potential.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 2 of each year as World Autism Awareness Day. I call upon the people of the United States to learn more about autism and what they can do to support individuals on the autism spectrum and their families.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this first day of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand eleven, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-fifth.

Barack Obama.

Pub. L. 119–57, § 1, Dec. 12, 2025, 139 Stat. 711, provided that:

“This Act [amending sections 70501, 70503, 70504, 70507, 70508, 70510, and 70512 of this title] may be cited as the ‘Foundation of the Federal Bar Association Charter Amendments Act of 2025’.”

Pub. L. 118–197, § 1, Dec. 23, 2024, 138 Stat. 2677, provided that:

“This Act [amending provisions set out as a note under section 2301 of this title ] may be cited as the ‘Never Again Education Reauthorization Act of 2023’.”

Pub. L. 117–340, § 1, Jan. 5, 2023, 136 Stat. 6175, provided that:

“This Act [enacting sections 220514 and 220530A of this title, amending sections 220505 and 220524 of this title, and enacting provisions set out as notes under section 220505 of this title ] may be cited as the ‘Equal Pay for Team USA Act of 2022’.”

Pub. L. 117–103, div. W, title XIII, § 1310(a), Mar. 15, 2022, 136 Stat. 931, provided that:

“This section [enacting section 146 of this title relating to Choose Respect Day and section 20131 of Title 34 , Crime Control and Law Enforcement] may be cited as the ‘Choose Respect Act’.”

Pub. L. 116–282, § 1, Dec. 31, 2020, 134 Stat. 3386, provided that:

“This Act [amending provisions set out as a note preceding this section] may be cited as the ‘United States Semiquincentennial Commission Amendments Act of 2020’.”

Pub. L. 116–189, § 1, Oct. 30, 2020, 134 Stat. 943, provided that:

“This Act [enacting subchapter V of chapter 2205 and section 220513 of this title , amending sections 220501 to 220507, 220509, 220511, 220512, 220521 to 220524, 220527 to 220531, and 220541 to 220543 of this title, section 362 of Title 11 , Bankruptcy, and section 20341 of Title 34 , Crime Control and Law Enforcement, and enacting provisions set out as notes under sections 220501, 220507, and 220551 of this title] may be cited as the ‘Empowering Olympic, Paralympic, and Amateur Athletes Act of 2020’.”

Pub. L. 116–67, § 1, Nov. 7, 2019, 133 Stat. 1128, provided that:

“This Act [amending section 902 of this title ] may be cited as the ‘National POW/MIA Flag Act’.”

Pub. L. 116–35, § 1, July 30, 2019, 133 Stat. 1043, provided that:

“This Act [enacting section 21704A of this title , amending section 21703 of this title , and enacting provisions set out as a note under section 21703 of this title ] may be cited as the ‘Let Everyone Get Involved in Opportunities for National Service Act’ or the ‘LEGION Act’.”

Pub. L. 116–7, § 1, Feb. 21, 2019, 133 Stat. 478, provided that:

“This Act [amending sections 70901 to 70914 of this title] may be cited as the ‘National FFA Organization’s Federal Charter Amendments Act’.”

Pub. L. 115–141, div. S, title III, § 301, Mar. 23, 2018, 132 Stat. 1127, provided that:

“This title [enacting subchapter III (§ 220531) of this title] may be cited as the ‘Keep Young Athletes Safe Act of 2018’.”

Pub. L. 115–126, § 1(a), Feb. 14, 2018, 132 Stat. 318, provided that:

“This Act [enacting subchapter III (§ 220541 et seq.) of chapter 2205 of this title and 220530 of this title and amending sections 220501, 220503, and 220525 of this title, sections 2255 and 2258 of Title 18, Crimes and Criminal Procedure, and section 20341 of Title 34 , Crime Control and Law Enforcement] may be cited as the ‘Protecting Young Victims from Sexual Abuse and Safe Sport Authorization Act of 2017’.”

Pub. L. 114–240, § 1, Oct. 7, 2016, 130 Stat. 974, provided that:

“This Act [enacting section 145 of this title ] may be cited as the ‘Veterans Day Moment of Silence Act’.”

Pub. L. 111–113, § 1, Dec. 14, 2009, 123 Stat. 3026, provided that:

“This Act [amending sections 190104 and 190109 of this title] may be cited as the ‘Reserve Officers Association Modernization Act of 2009’.”

Pub. L. 110–207, § 1, Apr. 30, 2008, 122 Stat. 719, provided that:

“This Act [amending section 140503 of this title ] may be cited as the ‘Purple Heart Family Equity Act of 2007’.”

Pub. L. 110–26, § 1, May 11, 2007, 121 Stat. 103, provided that:

“This Act [enacting sections 300111 and 300112 of this title, amending sections 300101 to 300105, 300107, 300109, and 300110 of this title, renumbering former section 300111 of this title as section 300113 of this title , and enacting provisions set out as a note under section 300101 of this title ] may be cited as the ‘The American National Red Cross Governance Modernization Act of 2007’.”

Pub. L. 109–9, title III, § 311, Apr. 27, 2005, 119 Stat. 226, provided that:

“This subtitle [subtitle B (§§ 311, 312) of title III of Pub. L. 109–9 , amending sections 151703, 151705, 151706, and 151711 of this title] may be cited as the ‘National Film Preservation Foundation Reauthorization Act of 2005’.”

Pub. L. 107–323, § 1, Dec. 4, 2002, 116 Stat. 2787, provided that:

“This Act [amending section 902 of this title and enacting provisions set out as a note under section 902 of this title ] may be cited as the ‘POW/MIA Memorial Flag Act of 2002’.”

Pub. L. 105–277, div. C, title I, § 142(a), Oct. 21, 1998, 112 Stat. 2681–603, provided that:

“This section [enacting section 220512 of this title , amending sections 220501, 220503 to 220506, 220509 to 220511, 220521 to 220524, and 220528 of this title, and enacting provisions set out as a note under section 220501 of this title ] may be cited as the ‘Olympic and Amateur Sports Act Amendments of 1998’.”

Pub. L. 108–447, div. J, title I, § 111, Dec. 8, 2004, 118 Stat. 3344, provided that:

“(a) The head of each Federal agency or department shall— “(1) provide each new employee of the agency or department with educational and training materials concerning the United States Constitution as part of the orientation materials provided to the new employee; and “(2) provide educational and training materials concerning the United States Constitution to each employee of the agency or department on September 17 of each year. “(b) Each educational institution that receives Federal funds for a fiscal year shall hold an educational program on the United States Constitution on September 17 of such year for the students served by the educational institution. “(c) [Amended section 106 of this title and table of contents of this chapter.] “(d) This section shall be without fiscal year limitation.”

Pub. L. 106–579, Dec. 28, 2000, 114 Stat. 3078, as amended by Pub. L. 110–161, div. H, title I, § 1502(e), Dec. 26, 2007, 121 Stat. 2250, provided that:

“SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. “This Act may be cited as the ‘National Moment of Remembrance Act’. “SEC. 2. FINDINGS. “Congress finds that— “(1) it is essential to remember and renew the legacy of Memorial Day, which was established in 1868 to pay tribute to individuals who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the United States and their families; “(2) greater strides must be made to demonstrate appreciation for those loyal people of the United States whose values, represented by their sacrifices, are critical to the future of the United States; “(3) the Federal Government has a responsibility to raise awareness of and respect for the national heritage, and to encourage citizens to dedicate themselves to the values and principles for which those heroes of the United States died; “(4) the relevance of Memorial Day must be made more apparent to present and future generations of people of the United States through local and national observances and ongoing activities; “(5) in House Concurrent Resolution 302, agreed to May 25, 2000 , Congress called on the people of the United States, in a symbolic act of unity, to observe a National Moment of Remembrance to honor the men and women of the United States who died in the pursuit of freedom and peace; “(6) in Presidential Proclamation No. 7315 of May 26, 2000 (65 Fed. Reg. 34907), the President proclaimed Memorial Day, May 29, 2000 , as a day of prayer for permanent peace, and designated 3:00 p.m. local time on that day as the time to join in prayer and to observe the National Moment of Remembrance; and “(7) a National Moment of Remembrance and other commemorative events are needed to reclaim Memorial Day as the sacred and noble event that that day is intended to be. “SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. “In this Act: “(1) Alliance .— The term ‘Alliance’ means the Remembrance Alliance established by section 9(a). “(2) Commission .— The term ‘Commission’ means the White House Commission on the National Moment of Remembrance established by section 5(a). “(3) Executive director and white house liaison .— The term ‘Executive Director and White House Liaison’ means the Executive Director and White House Liaison appointed under section 10(a)(1). “(4) Memorial day .— The term ‘Memorial Day’ means the legal public holiday designated as Memorial Day by section 6103(a) of title 5 , United States Code. “(5) Tribal government .— The term ‘tribal government’ means the governing body of an Indian tribe (as defined in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act ( 25 U.S.C. 450b ) [now 25 U.S.C. 5304 ][)]. “SEC. 4. NATIONAL MOMENT OF REMEMBRANCE. “The minute beginning at 3:00 p.m. (local time) on Memorial Day each year is designated as the ‘National Moment of Remembrance’. “SEC. 5. ESTABLISHMENT OF WHITE HOUSE COMMISSION ON THE NATIONAL MOMENT OF REMEMBRANCE. “(a) Establishment .— There is established a commission to be known as the ‘White House Commission on the National Moment of Remembrance’. “(b) Membership.— “(1) Composition .— The Commission shall be composed of the following: “(A) 4 members appointed by the President, including at least 1 representative of tribal governments. “(B) The Secretary of Defense (or a designee). “(C) The Secretary of Veterans Affairs (or a designee). “(D) The Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution (or a designee). “(E) The Director of the Office of Personnel Management (or a designee). “(F) The Administrator of General Services (or a designee). “(G) The Secretary of Transportation (or a designee). “(H) The Secretary of Education (or a designee). “(I) The Secretary of the Interior (or a designee). “(J) The Executive Director of the President’s Commission on White House Fellows (or a designee). “(K) The Secretary of the Army (or a designee). “(L) The Secretary of the Navy (or a designee). “(M) The Secretary of the Air Force (or a designee). “(N) The Commandant of the Marine Corps (or a designee). “(O) The Commandant of the Coast Guard (or a designee). “(P) The Executive Director and White House Liaison (or a designee). “(Q) The Chief of Staff of the Army. “(R) The Chief of Naval Operations. “(S) The Chief of Staff of the Air Force. “(T) Any other member, the appointment of whom the Commission determines is necessary to carry out this Act. “(2) Nonvoting members .— The members appointed to the Commission under subparagraphs (K) through (T) of paragraph (1) shall be nonvoting members. “(3) Date of appointments .— All appointments under paragraph (1) shall be made not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act [ Dec. 28, 2000 ]. “(c) Term; Vacancies.— “(1) Term .— A member shall be appointed to the Commission for the life of the Commission. “(2) Vacancies .— A vacancy on the Commission— “(A) shall not affect the powers of the Commission; and “(B) shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment was made. “(d) Initial Meeting .— Not later than 30 days after the date specified in subsection (b)(3) for completion of appointments, the Commission shall hold the initial meeting of the Commission. “(e) Meetings .— The Commission shall meet at the call of the Chairperson. “(f) Quorum .— A majority of the voting members of the Commission shall constitute a quorum, but a lesser number of members may hold hearings. “(g) Chairperson and Vice Chairperson .— The Commission shall select a Chairperson and a Vice Chairperson from among the members of the Commission at the initial meeting of the Commission. “SEC. 6. DUTIES. “(a) In General .— The Commission shall— “(1) encourage the people of the United States to give something back to their country, which provides them so much freedom and opportunity; “(2) encourage national, State, local, and tribal participation by individuals and entities in commemoration of Memorial Day and the National Moment of Remembrance, including participation by— “(A) national humanitarian and patriotic organizations; “(B) elementary, secondary, and higher education institutions; “(C) veterans’ societies and civic, patriotic, educational, sporting, artistic, cultural, and historical organizations; “(D) Federal departments and agencies; and “(E) museums, including cultural and historical museums; and “(3) provide national coordination for commemorations in the United States of Memorial Day and the National Moment of Remembrance. “(b) Reports.— “(1) In general .— For each fiscal year in which the Commission is in existence, the Commission shall submit to the President and Congress a report describing the activities of the Commission during the fiscal year. “(2) Contents .— A report under paragraph (1) may include— “(A) recommendations regarding appropriate activities to commemorate Memorial Day and the National Moment of Remembrance, including— “(i) the production, publication, and distribution of books, pamphlets, films, and other educational materials; “(ii) bibliographical and documentary projects and publications; “(iii) conferences, convocations, lectures, seminars, and other similar programs; “(iv) the development of exhibits for libraries, museums, and other appropriate institutions; “(v) ceremonies and celebrations commemorating specific events that relate to the history of wars of the United States; and “(vi) competitions, commissions, and awards regarding historical, scholarly, artistic, literary, musical, and other works, programs, and projects related to commemoration of Memorial Day and the National Moment of Remembrance; “(B) recommendations to appropriate agencies or advisory bodies regarding the issuance by the United States of commemorative coins, medals, and stamps relating to Memorial Day and the National Moment of Remembrance; “(C) recommendations for any legislation or administrative action that the Commission determines to be appropriate regarding the commemoration of Memorial Day and the National Moment of Remembrance; “(D) an accounting of funds received and expended by the Commission in the fiscal year covered by the report, including a detailed description of the source and amount of any funds donated to the Commission in that fiscal year; and “(E) a description of cooperative agreements and contracts entered into by the Commission. “SEC. 7. POWERS. “(a) Hearings.— “(1) In general .— The Commission may hold such hearings, sit and act at such times and places, take such testimony, and receive such evidence as the Commission considers advisable to carry out this Act. “(2) Public participation .— The Commission shall provide for reasonable public participation in matters before the Commission. “(b) Information From Federal Agencies.— “(1) In general .— The Commission may secure directly from a Federal agency such information as the Commission considers necessary to carry out this Act. “(2) Provision of information .— On request of the Chairperson of the Commission, the head of the agency shall provide the information to the Commission. “(c) Postal Services .— The Commission may use the United States mails in the same manner and under the same conditions as other agencies of the Federal Government. “(d) Gifts .— The Commission may solicit, accept, use, and dispose of, without further Act of appropriation, gifts, bequests, devises, and donations of services or property. “(e) Powers of Members and Agents .— Any member or agent of the Commission may, if authorized by the Commission, take any action that the Commission is authorized to take under this Act. “(f) Authority To Procure and To Make Legal Agreements.— “(1) In general .— Subject to the availability of appropriations, to carry out this Act, the Chairperson or Vice Chairperson of the Commission or the Executive Director and White House Liaison may, on behalf of the Commission— “(A) procure supplies, services, and property; and “(B) enter into contracts, leases, and other legal agreements. “(2) Restrictions.— “(A) Who may act on behalf of commission .— Except as provided in paragraph (1), nothing in this Act authorizes a member of the Commission to procure any item or enter into any agreement described in that paragraph. “(B) Duration of legal agreements .— A contract, lease, or other legal agreement entered into by the Commission may not extend beyond the date of termination of the Commission. “(3) Supplies and property possessed by commission at termination .— Any supply, property, or other asset that is acquired by, and, on the date of termination of the Commission, remains in the possession of, the Commission shall be considered property of the General Services Administration. “(g) Exclusive Right to Name, Logos, Emblems, Seals, and Marks.— “(1) In general .— The Commission may devise any logo, emblem, seal, or other designating mark that the Commission determines— “(A) to be required to carry out the duties of the Commission; or “(B) to be appropriate for use in connection with the commemoration of Memorial Day or the National Moment of Remembrance. “(2) Licensing.— “(A) In general .— The Commission— “(i) shall have the sole and exclusive right to use the name ‘White House Commission on the National Moment of Remembrance’ on any logo, emblem, seal, or descriptive or designating mark that the Commission lawfully adopts; and “(ii) shall have the sole and exclusive right to allow or refuse the use by any other entity of the name ‘White House Commission on the National Moment of Remembrance’ on any logo, emblem, seal, or descriptive or designating mark. “(B) Transfer on termination .— Unless otherwise provided by law, all rights of the Commission under subparagraph (A) shall be transferred to the Administrator of General Services on the date of termination of the Commission. “(3) Effect on other rights .— Nothing in this subsection affects any right established or vested before the date of enactment of this Act [ Dec. 28, 2000 ]. “(4) Use of funds .— The Commission may, without further Act of appropriation, use funds received from licensing royalties under this section to carry out this Act. “SEC. 8. COMMISSION PERSONNEL MATTERS. “(a) Compensation of Members.— “(1) Non-federal employees .— A member of the Commission who is not an officer or employee of the Federal Government may be compensated at a rate equal to the daily equivalent of the annual rate of basic pay prescribed for level IV of the Executive Schedule under section 5315 of title 5 , United States Code, for each day (including travel time) during which the member is engaged in the performance of the duties of the Commission. “(2) Federal employees .— A member of the Commission who is an officer or employee of the Federal Government shall serve without compensation in addition to the compensation received for the services of the member as an officer or employee of the Federal Government. “(b) Travel Expenses .— A member of the Commission may be allowed travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, at rates authorized for an employee of an agency under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code, while away from the home or regular place of business of the member in the performance of the duties of the Commission. “(c) Staff.— “(1) In general .— The Chairperson of the Commission or the Executive Director and White House Liaison may, without regard to the civil service laws (including regulations), appoint and terminate such additional personnel as are necessary to enable the Commission to perform the duties of the Commission. “(2) Compensation.— “(A) In general .— Except as provided in subparagraph (B), the Chairperson of the Commission may fix the compensation of the Executive Director and White House Liaison and other personnel without regard to the provisions of chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5, United States Code, relating to classification of positions and General Schedule pay rates. “(B) Maximum rate of pay .— The rate of pay for the Executive Director and White House Liaison and other personnel shall not exceed the rate equal to the daily equivalent of the annual rate of basic pay prescribed for level IV of the Executive Schedule under section 5315 of title 5 , United States Code, for each day (including travel time) during which the member is engaged in the performance of the duties of the Commission. “(d) Detail of Federal Government Employees.— “(1) In general .— In addition to the details under paragraph (2), on request of the Chairperson, the Vice Chairperson, or the Executive Director and White House Liaison, an employee of the Federal Government may be detailed to the Commission without reimbursement. “(2) Detail of specific employees.— “(A) Military details.— “(i) Army; air force .— The Secretary of the Army and the Secretary of the Air Force shall each detail a commissioned officer above the grade of captain to assist the Commission in carrying out this Act. “(ii) Navy .— The Secretary of the Navy shall detail a commissioned officer of the Navy above the grade of lieutenant and a commissioned officer of the Marine Corps above the grade of captain to assist the Commission in carrying out this Act. “(B) Veterans affairs; education .— The Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Education shall each detail an officer or employee compensated above the level of GS–12 in accordance with subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5, United States Code to assist the Commission in carrying out this Act. “(3) Civil service status .— The detail of any officer or employee under this subsection shall be without interruption or loss of civil service status or privilege. “(e) Procurement of Temporary and Intermittent Services .— The Chairperson of the Commission may procure temporary and intermittent services in accordance with section 3109(b) of title 5 , United States Code, at rates for individuals that do not exceed the daily equivalent of the annual rate of basic pay prescribed for level V of the Executive Schedule under section 5316 of that title. “(f) Cooperative Agreements.— “(1) In general .— The Commission may enter into a cooperative agreement with another entity, including any Federal agency, State or local government, or private entity, under which the entity may assist the Commission in— “(A) carrying out the duties of the Commission under this Act; and “(B) contributing to public awareness of and interest in Memorial Day and the National Moment of Remembrance. “(2) Administrative support services .— On the request of the Commission, the Administrator of General Services shall provide to the Commission, on a reimbursable basis, any administrative support services and any property, equipment, or office space that the Commission determines to be necessary to carry out this Act. “(g) Support From Nonprofit Sector .— The Commission may accept program support from nonprofit organizations. “SEC. 9. REMEMBRANCE ALLIANCE. “(a) Establishment .— There is established the Remembrance Alliance. “(b) Composition.— “(1) Members .— The Alliance shall be composed of individuals, appointed by the Commission, that are representatives or members of— “(A) the print, broadcast, or other media industry; “(B) the national sports community; “(C) the recreation industry; “(D) the entertainment industry; “(E) the retail industry; “(F) the food industry; “(G) the health care industry; “(H) the transportation industry; “(I) the education community; “(J) national veterans organizations; and “(K) families that have lost loved ones in combat. “(2) Honorary members .— On recommendation of the Alliance, the Commission may appoint honorary, nonvoting members to the Alliance. “(3) Vacancies .— Any vacancy in the membership of the Alliance shall be filled in the same manner in which the original appointment was made. “(4) Meetings .— The Alliance shall conduct meetings in accordance with procedures approved by the Commission. “(c) Term .— The Commission may fix the term of appointment for members of the Alliance. “(d) Duties .— The Alliance shall assist the Commission in carrying out this Act by— “(1) planning, organizing, and implementing an annual White House Conference on the National Moment of Remembrance and other similar events; “(2) promoting the observance of Memorial Day and the National Moment of Remembrance through appropriate means, subject to any guidelines developed by the Commission; “(3) establishing necessary incentives for Federal, State, and local governments and private sector entities to sponsor and participate in programs initiated by the Commission or the Alliance; “(4) evaluating the effectiveness of efforts by the Commission and the Alliance in carrying out this Act; and “(5) carrying out such other duties as are assigned by the Commission. “(e) Alliance Personnel Matters.— “(1) Compensation of members .— A member of the Alliance shall serve without compensation for the services of the member to the Alliance. “(2) Travel expenses .— A member of the Alliance may be allowed reimbursement for travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, at rates authorized for an employee of an agency under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code, while away from the home or regular place of business of the member in the performance of the duties of the Commission. “(f) Termination .— The Alliance shall terminate on the date of termination of the Commission. “SEC. 10. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND WHITE HOUSE LIAISON. “(a) Appointment.— “(1) In general .— The Director of the Committee Management Secretariat Staff of the General Services Administration shall appoint an individual as Executive Director and White House Liaison. “(2) Inapplicability of certain civil service laws .— The Executive Director and White House Liaison may be appointed without regard to the provisions of title 5, United States Code, governing appointments in the competitive service. “(b) Duties .— The Executive Director and White House Liaison shall— “(1) serve as a liaison between the Commission and the President; “(2) serve as chief of staff of the Commission; and “(3) coordinate the efforts of the Commission and the President on all matters relating to this Act, including matters relating to the National Moment of Remembrance. “(c) Compensation .— The Executive Director and White House Liaison may be compensated at a rate equal to the daily equivalent of the annual rate of basic pay prescribed for level IV of the Executive Schedule under section 5315 of title 5 , United States Code, for each day (including travel time) during which the Executive Director and White House Liaison is engaged in the performance of the duties of the Commission. “[SEC. 11. Repealed. Pub. L. 110–161, div. H, title I, § 1502(e) , Dec. 26, 2007 , 121 Stat. 2250 .] “SEC. 12. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. “There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act, to remain available until expended— “(1) $500,000 for fiscal year 2001; and “(2) $250,000 for each of fiscal years 2002 through 2009. “SEC. 13. TERMINATION. “The Commission shall terminate on the earlier of— “(1) a date specified by the President that is at least 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act [ Dec. 28, 2000 ]; or “(2) the date that is 10 years after the date of enactment of this Act.”

[For transfer of authorities, functions, personnel, and assets of the Coast Guard, including the authorities and functions of the Secretary of Transportation relating thereto, to the Department of Homeland Security, and for treatment of related references, see sections 468(b), 551(d), 552(d), and 557 of Title 6, Domestic Security, and the Department of Homeland Security Reorganization Plan of November 25, 2002, as modified, set out as a note under section 542 of Title 6.]

Pub. L. 105–389, Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3486, as amended by Pub. L. 106–68, § 1, Oct. 6, 1999, 113 Stat. 981, known as the Centennial of Flight Commemoration Act, established the Centennial of Flight Commission to carry out certain activities related to the history of aviation and the commemoration of the centennial of powered flight, required the Commission to make annual reports and a final report not later than June 30, 2004, and provided that the Commission terminate not later than 60 days after submission of the final report.

Section not effective until Oct. 1 of the first fiscal year beginning after Mar. 15, 2022, see section 4(a) of div. W of Pub. L. 117–103, set out as a note under section 6851 of Title 15, Commerce and Trade.

Pub. L. 114–152, May 9, 2016, 130 Stat. 373, provided that:

“SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. “This Act may be cited as the ‘National Bison Legacy Act’. “SEC. 2. FINDINGS. “Congress finds that— “(1) bison are considered a historical symbol of the United States; “(2) bison were integrally linked with the economic and spiritual lives of many Indian tribes through trade and sacred ceremonies; “(3) there are more than 60 Indian tribes participating in the Intertribal Buffalo Council; “(4) numerous members of Indian tribes are involved in bison restoration on tribal land; “(5) members of Indian tribes have a combined herd on more than 1,000,000 acres of tribal land; “(6) the Intertribal Buffalo Council is a tribal organization incorporated pursuant to section 17 of the Act of June 18, 1934 (commonly known as the ‘Indian Reorganization Act’) ( 25 U.S.C. 477 ) [now 25 U.S.C. 5124 ]; “(7) bison can play an important role in improving the types of grasses found in landscapes to the benefit of grasslands; “(8) a small group of ranchers helped save bison from extinction in the late 1800s by gathering the remnants of the decimated herds; “(9) bison hold significant economic value for private producers and rural communities; “(10) according to the 2012 Census of Agriculture of the Department of Agriculture, as of 2012, 162,110 head of bison were under the stewardship of private producers, creating jobs and providing a sustainable and healthy meat source contributing to the food security of the United States; “(11) on December 8, 1905 , William Hornaday, Theodore Roosevelt, and others formed the American Bison Society in response to the near extinction of bison in the United States; “(12) on October 11, 1907 , the American Bison Society sent 15 captive-bred bison from the New York Zoological Park, now known as the ‘Bronx Zoo’, to the first wildlife refuge in the United States, which was known as the ‘Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge’, resulting in the first successful reintroduction of a mammal species on the brink of extinction back into the natural habitat of the species; “(13) in 2005, the American Bison Society was reestablished, bringing together bison ranchers, managers from Indian tribes, Federal and State agencies, conservation organizations, and natural and social scientists from the United States, Canada, and Mexico to create a vision for the North American bison in the 21st century; “(14) there are bison herds in National Wildlife Refuges and National Parks; “(15) there are bison in State-managed herds across 11 States; “(16) there is a growing effort to celebrate and officially recognize the historical, cultural, and economic significance of the North American bison to the heritage of the United States; “(17) a bison is portrayed on 2 State flags; “(18) the bison has been adopted by 3 States as the official mammal or animal of those States; “(19) a bison has been depicted on the official seal of the Department of the Interior since 1912; “(20) the buffalo nickel played an important role in modernizing the currency of the United States; “(21) several sports teams have the bison as a mascot, which highlights the iconic significance of bison in the United States; “(22) in the 2nd session of the 113th Congress, 22 Senators led a successful effort to enact a resolution to designate November 1, 2014 , as the third annual National Bison Day; and “(23) members of Indian tribes, bison producers, conservationists, sportsmen, educators, and other public and private partners have participated in the annual National Bison Day celebration at several events across the United States and are committed to continuing this tradition annually on the first Saturday of November. “SEC. 3. ESTABLISHMENT AND ADOPTION OF THE NORTH AMERICAN BISON AS THE NATIONAL MAMMAL. “(a) In General .— The mammal commonly known as the ‘North American bison’ is adopted as the national mammal of the United States. “(b) Rule of Construction .— Nothing in this Act or the adoption of the North American bison as the national mammal of the United States shall be construed or used as a reason to alter, change, modify, or otherwise affect any plan, policy, management decision, regulation, or other action by the Federal Government.”

Pub. L. 107–293, § 3(b), Nov. 13, 2002, 116 Stat. 2061, provided that:

“In codifying this subsection [probably should be “section”, meaning section 3 of Pub. L. 107–293 , which amended this section], the Office of the Law Revision Counsel shall make no change in section 302, title 36, United States Code, but shall show in the historical and statutory notes that the 107th Congress reaffirmed the exact language that has appeared in the Motto for decades.”

Pub. L. 118–206, § 1(d), Dec. 23, 2024, 138 Stat. 2700, provided that:

“Nothing in this section [enacting this section and provisions set out as a note under this section], the amendments made by this section, or the adoption of the bald eagle as the national bird of the United States may be construed or used as a reason to alter, change, modify, or otherwise affect any plan, policy, management decision, regulation, or other action of the Federal Government.”

Pub. L. 118–206, § 1(a), Dec. 23, 2024, 138 Stat. 2699, provided that:

“Congress finds that— “(1) bald eagles are a historical symbol of the United States representing independence, strength, and freedom; “(2) the bald eagle is unique to North America; “(3) on June 20, 1782 , the bald eagle was adopted as the Coat of Arms for the United States Great Seal; “(4) the bald eagle image remains the leading insignia for all branches of the United States military; “(5) the bald eagle is the leading image on thousands of Federal Government branches, departments, and agencies, including the President, Vice-President, Congress, and Senate; “(6) the bald eagle serves as the logo, trademark, and brand icon for businesses, nonprofit organizations, and sports teams across the United States; “(7) bald eagles are integral to the spiritual lives and sacred belief systems of most Indigenous peoples and Tribal communities; “(8) bald eagles are prevalent in belief, practice, stories, ceremonies, dance, traditions, songs, regalia, flags, insignias, arts, craft, and other forms of spiritual reverence; “(9) bald eagle festivals are— “(A) held in over 100 locations across the United States; and “(B) key components of community engagement; “(10) the bald eagle is prevalent on— “(A) hundreds of United States stamps; and “(B) many United States coins and currencies; “(11) the bald eagle is a primary component and symbol on Federal and State flags throughout the United States; and “(12) joint efforts of the Federal Government and State and local governments, nonprofit organizations, and individuals have contributed to the successful recovery of the bald eagle.”

Section effective Nov. 6, 2002, see section 402 of Pub. L. 107–155, set out as an Effective Date of 2002 Amendment; Regulations note under section 30101 of Title 52, Voting and Elections.

Amendment by Pub. L. 107–155, effective Nov. 6, 2002, see section 402 of Pub. L. 107–155, set out as an Effective Date of 2002 Amendment; Regulations note under section 30101 of Title 52, Voting and Elections.

Pub. L. 107–323, § 2(c), Dec. 4, 2002, 116 Stat. 2788, provided that:

“No element of the United States Government may construe the amendments made by this section [amending this section] as requiring the acquisition of [sic] erection of a new or additional flagpole for purposes of the display of the POW/MIA flag.”

Amendment by Pub. L. 115–232 effective Feb. 1, 2019, with provision for the coordination of amendments and special rule for certain redesignations, see section 800 of Pub. L. 115–232, set out as a note preceding section 3001 of Title 10, Armed Forces.

Pub. L. 107–248, title VIII, § 8143(a), Oct. 23, 2002, 116 Stat. 1570, provided that:

“Congress finds that— “(1) the Medal of Honor is the highest award for valor in action against an enemy force which can be bestowed upon an individual serving in the Armed Forces of the United States; “(2) the Medal of Honor was established by Congress during the Civil War to recognize soldiers who had distinguished themselves by gallantry in action; “(3) the Medal of Honor was conceived by Senator James Grimes of the State of Iowa in 1861; and “(4) the Medal of Honor is the Nation’s highest military honor, awarded for acts of personal bravery or self-sacrifice above and beyond the call of duty.”

Pub. L. 107–248, title VIII, § 8143(d), Oct. 23, 2002, 116 Stat. 1571, required the President to provide for the expeditious presentation of the Medal of Honor Flag designated under this section to each person awarded the Medal of Honor before Oct. 23, 2002, who was living as of that date.

Pub. L. 112–239, div. A, title X, § 1076(a), Jan. 2, 2013, 126 Stat. 1947, provided that the amendment made by section 1076(a)(9) is effective Dec. 31, 2011, and as if included in Pub. L. 112–81 as enacted.

Pub. L. 112–260, title I, § 106, Jan. 10, 2013, 126 Stat. 2421, provided that:

“(a) In General .— After an agreement is made between the Government of the Republic of the Philippines and the United States Government, Clark Veterans Cemetery in the Republic of the Philippines shall be treated, for purposes of section 2104 of title 36 , United States Code, as a cemetery for which it was decided under such section that the cemetery will become a permanent cemetery and the American Battle Monuments Commission shall restore, operate, and maintain Clark Veterans Cemetery (to the degree the Commission considers appropriate) under such section in cooperation with the Government of the Republic of the Philippines. “(b) Limitation on Future Burials .— Burials at the cemetery described in subsection (a) after the date of the agreement described in such subsection shall be limited to eligible veterans, as determined by the Commission, whose burial does not incur any cost to the Commission. “(c) Authorization of Appropriations .— There are authorized to be appropriated to the Commission— “(1) $5,000,000 for site preparation, design, planning, construction, and associated administrative costs for the restoration of the cemetery described in subsection (a); and “(2) amounts necessary to operate and maintain the cemetery described in subsection (a).”

Pub. L. 103–160, div. A, title III, § 369, Nov. 30, 1993, 107 Stat. 1634, provided that:

“(a) Authority .— The Commandant of the Marine Corps may provide necessary minor maintenance and repairs to the Pacific battle monuments until such time as the Secretary of the American Battle Monuments Commission and the Commandant of the Marine Corps agree that the repair and maintenance will be performed by the American Battle Monuments Commission. “(b) Funding .— Of the amounts authorized to be appropriated to the Marine Corps for operation and maintenance in a fiscal year, not more than $15,000 may be made available to repair and maintain Pacific battle monuments, except that of the amounts available to the Marine Corps for operation and maintenance in fiscal year 1994, $150,000 may be made available to repair and relocate a monument located on Iwo Jima commemorating the heroic efforts of United States military personnel during World War II.”

Amendment by Pub. L. 108–178 effective Aug. 21, 2002, see section 5 of Pub. L. 108–178, set out as a note under section 5334 of Title 5, Government Organization and Employees.

Pub. L. 106–117, title VI, § 601(c), Nov. 30, 1999, 113 Stat. 1578, provided that:

“Upon the enactment of this Act [ Nov. 30, 1999 ], the Secretary of the Treasury shall transfer amounts in the fund created by section 4(a) of Public Law 103–32 ( 40 U.S.C. 1003 note) [now 40 U.S.C. 8903 note] to the fund created by section 2113(b) of title 36 , United States Code, as added by subsection (a).”

Pub. L. 116–141, May 29, 2020, 134 Stat. 636, as amended by Pub. L. 118–197, § 2, Dec. 23, 2024, 138 Stat. 2677, provided that:

“SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. “This Act may be cited as the ‘Never Again Education Act’. “SEC. 2. FINDINGS. “The Congress finds the following: “(1) The United States has demonstrated a commitment to remembrance and education about the Holocaust through bilateral relationships and engagement in international organizations such as the United Nations and the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance; the United States works to promote Holocaust education as a means to understand the importance of democratic principles, use and abuse of power, and to raise awareness about the importance of genocide prevention today. “(2) The Congress has played a critical role in preserving the memory of the Holocaust and promoting awareness, including by authorizing the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum as an independent establishment of the Federal Government to ensure that ‘the study of the Holocaust become part of the curriculum in every school system in the country’, as well as by establishing a national Holocaust Remembrance Day in 1978. “(3) 75 years after the conclusion of World War II, with the decreasing number of eyewitnesses and growing distance of students and their families from this history, it is important to institutionalize education about the events of the Holocaust such as the German Nazis’ racist ideology, propaganda, and plan to lead a state to war and, with their collaborators, kill millions—including the systematic murder of 6,000,000 Jewish people; as well as the persecution and murder of millions of others in the name of racial purity, political, ideological, and behavioral grounds, among them Roma, the disabled, the Slavs, Communists, Socialists, Jehovah’s Witnesses, and homosexuals. “(4) As intolerance, antisemitism, and bigotry are promoted by hate groups, Holocaust education provides a context in which to learn about the danger of what can happen when hate goes unchallenged and there is indifference in the face of the oppression of others; learning how and why the Holocaust happened is an important component of the education of citizens of the United States. “(5) Today, those who deny that the Holocaust occurred or distort the true nature of the Holocaust continue to find forums, especially online; this denial and distortion dishonors those who were persecuted, and murdered, making it even more of a national imperative to educate students in the United States so that they may explore the lessons that the Holocaust provides for all people, sensitize communities to the circumstances that gave rise to the Holocaust, and help youth be less susceptible to the falsehood of Holocaust denial and distortion and to the destructive messages of hate that arise from Holocaust denial and distortion. “(6) Currently, 12 States (California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island) require by law that schools teach students about the Holocaust; more schools and teachers, including those in underserved communities, can and should deliver quality Holocaust education. “(7) For more than 30 years, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum has worked to build and support the field of Holocaust education, and advance the quality and sustainability of Holocaust education at the local, State, and national levels, by engaging teachers and students across disciplines and grade levels. “(8) The Federal Government, through support for educational activities of national museums established under Federal law, can assist teachers in efforts to incorporate historically accurate instruction on human rights atrocities, including the Holocaust, in curricula. “SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. “In this Act: “(1) Antisemitism .— The term ‘antisemitism’ means a certain perception of Jews, which may be expressed as hatred toward Jews. Rhetorical and physical manifestations of antisemitism are directed toward Jewish or non-Jewish individuals or their property, toward Jewish community institutions and religious facilities. “(2) Director .— The term ‘Director’ means the Director of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. “(3) Eligible program participant .— The term ‘eligible program participant’ means— “(A) a high school teacher, a teacher of one of the middle grades, or a school leader of a high school or a school that includes one of the middle grades (as such terms are defined in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 7801 )); “(B) an educational leader or expert who is not employed by a local educational agency (as defined in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 7801 )) or an elementary school or secondary school (as such terms are so defined) that is independent of any local educational agency; or “(C) a prospective teacher enrolled in a program of postsecondary education coursework or preservice clinical education. “(4) Holocaust .— The term ‘the Holocaust’ means the systematic, bureaucratic, state-sponsored persecution and murder of 6,000,000 Jews by the Nazi regime and its allies and collaborators. During the era of the Holocaust, German authorities also targeted other groups because of their perceived ‘racial inferiority’, such as Roma, the disabled, and Slavs. Other groups were persecuted on political, ideological, and behavioral grounds, among them Communists, Socialists, Jehovah’s Witnesses, and homosexuals. “(5) Holocaust denial and distortion .— The term ‘Holocaust denial and distortion’ means discourse and propaganda that deny the historical reality and the extent of the extermination of the Jews by the Nazis and their accomplices during World War II, known as the Holocaust. Holocaust denial refers specifically to any attempt to claim that the Holocaust did not take place. Holocaust distortion refers to efforts to excuse or minimize the events of the Holocaust or its principal elements, including collaborators and allies of Nazi Germany, to blame the Jews for causing their own genocide, or to portray the Holocaust as a positive historical event. “(6) Holocaust education center .— The term ‘Holocaust education center’ means an institution that furthers the teaching and learning about the Holocaust by offering programs for students and training for teachers and other types of professional leadership audiences. “(7) Holocaust education program .— The term ‘Holocaust education program’ means a program that has as its specific and primary purpose to improve awareness and understanding of the Holocaust and educate individuals on the lessons of the Holocaust as a means to raise awareness about the importance of preventing genocide, hate, and bigotry against any group of people. “SEC. 4. PROGRAM AUTHORIZED. “(a) Authorization of Appropriations .— There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act $2,000,000 for fiscal year 2021 and each succeeding fiscal year through fiscal year 2030. “(b) Donations, Gifts, Bequests, and Devises of Property .— In accordance with chapter 23 of title 36, United States Code, and in furtherance of the purposes of this Act, the Director is authorized to solicit, accept, hold, administer, invest, and use donated funds and gifts, bequests, and devises of property, both real and personal. “(c) Use of Funds .— The Director, using funds appropriated under subsection (a) and resources received under subsection (b), and including through the engagement of eligible program participants as appropriate— “(1) shall develop and nationally disseminate accurate, relevant, and accessible resources to promote understanding about how and why the Holocaust happened, which shall include digital resources and may include other types of resources, such as print resources and traveling exhibitions; and “(2) may carry out one or more of the following Holocaust education program activities: “(A) Development, dissemination, and implementation of principles of sound pedagogy for teaching about the Holocaust. “(B) Provision of professional development for eligible program participants, such as through— “(i) local, regional, and national workshops; “(ii) teacher trainings in conjunction with Holocaust education centers and other appropriate partners; “(iii) engagement with— “(I) local educational agencies (as defined in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 21 7801) [probably means 20 U.S.C. 7801 ]); and “(II) high schools and schools that include one of the middle grades (as so defined) that are independent of any local educational agency; and “(iv) operation and expansion of a teacher fellowship program to cultivate and support leaders in Holocaust education. “(C) Engagement with State and local education leaders to encourage the adoption of resources supported under this Act into curricula across diverse disciplines. “(D) Evaluation and research to assess the effectiveness and impact of Holocaust education programs, which may include completion of the report required under section 8. “(d) Applications .— The Director may seek the engagement of an eligible program participant under subsection (c) by requiring submission of an application to the Director at such time, in such manner, and based on such competitive criteria as the Director may require. “SEC. 5. ONLINE HOLOCAUST EDUCATION RESOURCES. “(a) Website .— The Director shall maintain on the website of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum a special section designated for Holocaust education resources to improve awareness and understanding of the Holocaust and educate individuals on the lessons of the Holocaust as a means to raise awareness about the importance of preventing genocide, hate, and bigotry against any group of people. The website and resources shall be made publically available. “(b) Information Distribution .— The Director shall distribute information about the activities funded under this Act through the website of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, and shall respond to inquiries for supplementary information concerning such activities. “(c) Best Practices .— The information distributed by the Director shall include best practices for educators. “SEC. 6. UNITED STATES HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL COUNCIL. “The United States Holocaust Memorial Council established under section 2302 of title 36 , United States Code, shall have governance responsibility for the programs and activities carried out under this Act in accordance with chapter 23 of title 36, United States Code. “SEC. 7. ENGAGEMENT OF ELIGIBLE PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS. “(a) In General .— An eligible program participant shall be engaged at the discretion of the Director to participate in Holocaust education program activities authorized under this Act and approved by the Director pursuant to an application described in section 4(d). “(b) Engagement Period .— Engagement of eligible program participants under this Act shall be for a period determined by the Director. “(c) Priority .— In engaging eligible program participants under section 4, the Director shall give priority to applications from such participants who work for or with a local educational agency, or a school that is independent of any local educational agency, that does not, at the time application is made, offer any Holocaust education programming. “SEC. 8. ANNUAL REPORT. “Not later than February 1 of each year, the Director shall submit to the Congress a report describing the activities carried out under this Act.”

Pub. L. 101–45, title II, June 30, 1989, 103 Stat. 125, provided that:

“Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Administrator of General Services (Administrator) shall transfer to the administrative jurisdiction of the Holocaust Memorial Council (Council), without consideration, the Auditors West Building (Annex 3) located at Raoul Wallenberg Place and Independence Avenue Southwest, Washington, District of Columbia. “Prior to such transfer of jurisdiction to the Council, the Council shall agree to perform all necessary repairs and alterations to the Auditors West Building so as to renovate the exterior of the Auditors West Building in a manner consistent with preservation of the historic architecture of the building, and to preserve the structural integrity of the building. The Council, prior to such transfer, shall furnish to the Administrator, for his approval, a plan detailing the repairs and alterations proposed, dates for completion of the work, and funding availability. “In the event the Council ceases to exist, administrative jurisdiction of the Auditors West Building (Annex 3) shall revert to the General Services Administration.”

With respect to corporations listed below, for termination, effective May 15, 2000, of reporting provisions in subsec. (b)(1) of this section, see section 3003 of Pub. L. 104–66, set out as a note under section 1113 of Title 31, Money and Finance, and pages 196 through 208 of House Document No. 103–7.

Agricultural Hall of Fame

American Chemical Society

American Council of Learned Societies

American Ex-Prisoners of War

American Gold Star Mothers, Incorporated

American Historical Association

The American Legion

The American National Theater and Academy

The American Society of International Law

American Symphony Orchestra League

American War Mothers

AMVETS (American Veterans)

Army and Navy Union of the United States of America

Aviation Hall of Fame

Big Brothers-Big Sisters of America

Blinded Veterans Association

Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc.

Board For Fundamental Education

Boy Scouts of America

Boys & Girls Clubs of America

Catholic War Veterans of the United States of America, Incorporated

Civil Air Patrol

Congressional Medal of Honor Society of the United States of America

Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War 1861–1865

Disabled American Veterans

Former Members of Congress

The Foundation of the Federal Bar Association

Future Farmers of America

General Federation of Women’s Clubs

Girl Scouts of the United States of America

Gold Star Wives of America

Italian American War Veterans of the United States

Jewish War Veterans of the United States of America, Incorporated

Jewish War Veterans, U.S.A., National Memorial, Incorporated

Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic

Legion of Valor of the United States of America, Incorporated

Little League Baseball, Incorporated

Marine Corps League

The Military Chaplains Association of the United States of America

Military Order of the Purple Heart of the United States of America, Incorporated

National Academy of Public Administration

National Academy of Sciences

National Conference of State Societies, Washington, District of Columbia

National Conference on Citizenship

National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements

National Federation of Music Clubs

National Fund for Medical Education

National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum

National Music Council

National Safety Council

National Ski Patrol System, Incorporated

National Society, Daughters of the American Colonists

The National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution

National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution

National Tropical Botanical Garden

National Woman’s Relief Corps, Auxiliary to the Grand Army of the Republic

The National Yoemen F

Naval Sea Cadet Corps

Navy Club of the United States of America

Navy Wives Clubs of America

Non Commissioned Officers Association of the United States of America, Incorporated

Paralyzed Veterans of America

Pearl Harbor Survivors Association

Polish Legion of American Veterans, U.S.A.

Reserve Officers Association of the United States

Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War

369th Veterans’ Association

United Service Organizations, Incorporated

United States Capitol Historical Society

United States Submarine Veterans of World War II

Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States

Veterans of World War I of the United States of America, Incorporated

Vietnam Veterans of America, Inc.

Women’s Army Corps Veterans’ Association

Pub. L. 111–332, Dec. 22, 2010, 124 Stat. 3576, as amended by Pub. L. 117–286, § 4(c)(37), Dec. 27, 2022, 136 Stat. 4358, provided that:

“SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. “This Act may be cited as the ‘National Foundation on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition Establishment Act’. “SEC. 2. ESTABLISHMENT AND PURPOSE OF FOUNDATION. “(a) Establishment .— There is established the National Foundation on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition (hereinafter in this Act referred to as the ‘Foundation’). The Foundation is a charitable and nonprofit corporation and is not an agency or establishment of the United States. “(b) Purposes .— The purposes of the Foundation are— “(1) in conjunction with the Office of the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition, to develop a list and description of programs, events and other activities which would further the purposes and functions outlined in Executive Order 13265 [ 42 U.S.C. 300u note], as amended, and with respect to which combined private and governmental efforts would be beneficial; “(2) to encourage and promote the participation by private organizations in the activities referred to in subsection (b)(1) and to encourage and promote private gifts of money and other property to support those activities; and “(3) in consultation with such Office, to undertake and support activities to further the purposes and functions of such Executive Order. “(c) Prohibition on Federal Funding .— The Foundation may not accept any Federal funds. “SEC. 3. BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE FOUNDATION. “(a) Establishment and Membership .— The Foundation shall have a governing Board of Directors (hereinafter referred to in this Act as the ‘Board’), which shall consist of 9 members each of whom shall be a United States citizen and— “(1) 3 of whom should be knowledgeable or experienced in one or more fields directly connected with physical fitness, sports, nutrition, or the relationship between health status and physical exercise; and “(2) 6 of whom should be leaders in the private sector with a strong interest in physical fitness, sports, nutrition, or the relationship between health status and physical exercise. The membership of the Board, to the extent practicable, should represent diverse professional specialties relating to the achievement of physical fitness through regular participation in programs of exercise, sports, and similar activities, or to nutrition. The Assistant Secretary for Health, the Executive Director of the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition, the Director for the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, the Director of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, and the Director for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shall be ex officio, nonvoting members of the Board. Appointment to the Board or its staff shall not constitute employment by, or the holding of an office of, the United States for the purposes of laws relating to Federal employment. “(b) Appointments .— Within 90 days from the date of enactment of this Act [ Dec. 22, 2010 ], the members of the Board shall be appointed by the Secretary [probably means the Secretary of Health and Human Services] in accordance with this subsection. In selecting individuals for appointments to the Board, the Secretary should consult with— “(1) the Speaker of the House of Representatives concerning the appointment of one member; “(2) the Majority Leader of the House of Representatives concerning the appointment of one member; “(3) the Majority Leader of the Senate concerning the appointment of one member; “(4) the President Pro Tempore concerning the appointment of one member; “(5) the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives concerning the appointment of one member; and “(6) the Minority Leader of the Senate concerning the appointment of one member. “(c) Terms .— The members of the Board shall serve for a term of 6 years, except that the original members of the Board shall be appointed for staggered terms as determined appropriate by the Secretary. A vacancy on the Board shall be filled within 60 days of the vacancy in the same manner in which the original appointment was made and shall be for the balance of the term of the individual who was replaced. No individual may serve more than 2 consecutive terms as a member. “(d) Chairman .— The Chairman shall be elected by the Board from its members for a 2-year term and shall not be limited in terms or service, other than as provided in subsection (c). “(e) Quorum .— A majority of the current membership of the Board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. “(f) Meetings .— The Board shall meet at the call of the Chairman at least once a year. If a member misses 3 consecutive regularly scheduled meetings, that member may be removed from the Board and the vacancy filled in accordance with subsection (c). “(g) Reimbursement of Expenses .— Members of the Board shall serve without pay, but may be reimbursed for the actual and necessary traveling and subsistence expenses incurred by them in the performance of the duties of the Foundation, subject to the same limitations on reimbursement that are imposed upon employees of Federal agencies. “(h) Limitations .— The following limitations apply with respect to the appointment of employees of the Foundation: “(1) Employees may not be appointed until the Foundation has sufficient funds to pay them for their service. No individual so appointed may receive a salary in excess of the annual rate of basic pay in effect for Executive Level V [ 5 U.S.C. 5316 ] in the Federal service. A member of the Board may not receive compensation for serving as an employee of the Foundation. “(2) The first employee appointed by the Board shall be the Secretary of the Board who shall serve, at the direction of the Board, as its chief operating officer and shall be knowledgeable and experienced in matters relating to physical fitness, sports, and nutrition. “(3) No Public Health Service employee nor the spouse or dependent relative of such an employee may serve as a member of the Board of Directors or as an employee of the Foundation. “(4) Any individual who is an employee or member of the Board of the Foundation may not (in accordance with the policies developed under subsection (i)) personally or substantially participate in the consideration or determination by the Foundation of any matter that would directly or predictably affect any financial interest of— “(A) the individual or a relative (as such term is defined in section 13101(16) of title 5 , United States Code) of the individual; or “(B) any business organization, or other entity, of which the individual is an officer or employee, is negotiating for employment, or in which the individual has any other financial interest. “(i) General Powers .— The Board may complete the organization of the Foundation by— “(1) appointing employees; “(2) adopting a constitution and bylaws consistent with the purposes of the Foundation and the provision of this Act; and “(3) undertaking such other acts as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act. In establishing bylaws under this subsection, the Board shall provide for policies with regard to financial conflicts of interest and ethical standards for the acceptance, solicitation and disposition of donations and grants to the Foundation. “SEC. 4. POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE FOUNDATION. “(a) In General .— The Foundation— “(1) shall have perpetual succession; “(2) may conduct business throughout the several States, territories, and possessions of the United States; “(3) shall have its principal offices in or near the District of Columbia; and “(4) shall at all times maintain a designated agent authorized to accept service of process for the Foundation. The serving of notice to, or service of process upon, the agent required under paragraph (4), or mailed to the business address of such agent, shall be deemed as service upon or notice to the Foundation. “(b) Seal .— The Foundation shall have an official seal selected by the Board which may be used as provided for in section 5. “(c) Incorporation; Nonprofit Status .— To carry out the purposes of the Foundation under section 2, the Board shall— “(1) incorporate the Foundation in the District of Columbia; and “(2) establish such policies and bylaws as may be necessary to ensure that the Foundation maintains status as an organization that is described in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 [ 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3) ]. “(d) Powers .— Subject to the specific provisions of section 2, the Foundation, in consultation with the Office of the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition, shall have the power, directly or by the awarding of contracts or grants, to carry out or support activities for the purposes described in such section. “(e) Treatment of Property .— For purposes of this Act, an interest in real property shall be treated as including easements or other rights for preservation, conservation, protection, or enhancement by and for the public of natural, scenic, historic, scientific, educational inspirational or recreational resources. A gift, devise, or bequest may be accepted by the Foundation even though it is encumbered, restricted, or subject to beneficial interests of private persons if any current or future interest therein is for the benefit of the Foundation. “SEC. 5. PROTECTION AND USES OF TRADEMARKS AND TRADE NAMES. “(a) Trademarks of the Foundation .— Authorization for a contributor, or a supplier of goods or services, to use, in advertising regarding the contribution, goods, or services, the trade name of the Foundation, or any trademark, seal, symbol, insignia, or emblem of the Foundation may be provided only by the Foundation with the concurrence of the Secretary or the Secretary’s designee. “(b) Trademarks of the Council .— Authorization for a contributor or supplier described in subsection (a) to use, in such advertising, the trade name of the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition, or any trademark, seal, symbol, insignia, or emblem of such Council, may be provided— “(1) by the Secretary or the Secretary’s designee; or “(2) by the Foundation with the concurrence of the Secretary or the Secretary’s designee. “SEC. 6. AUDIT, REPORT REQUIREMENTS, AND PETITION OF ATTORNEY GENERAL FOR EQUITABLE RELIEF. “(a) Audits .— For purposes of the Act entitled ‘An Act for audit of accounts of private corporations established under Federal law’, approved August 30, 1964 ( Public Law 88–504 , [former] 36 U.S.C. 1101–110 3 [see 36 U.S.C. 10101 ]), the Foundation shall be treated as a private corporation under Federal law. The Inspector General of the Department of Health and Human Services and the Comptroller General of the United States shall have access to the financial and other records of the Foundation, upon reasonable notice. “(b) Report .— The Foundation shall, not later than 60 days after the end of each fiscal year, transmit to the Secretary and to Congress a report of its proceedings and activities during such year, including a full and complete statement of its receipts, expenditures, and investments. “(c) Relief With Respect to Certain Foundation Acts or Failure To Act .— If the Foundation— “(1) engages in, or threatens to engage in, any act, practice or policy that is inconsistent with its purposes set forth in section 2(b); or “(2) refuses, fails, or neglects to discharge its obligations under this Act, or threaten[s] to do so; the Attorney General of the United States may petition in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia for such equitable relief as may be necessary or appropriate.”

For termination, effective May 15, 2000, of reporting provisions in this section, see section 3003 of Pub. L. 104–66, set out as a note under section 1113 of Title 31, Money and Finance, and page 196 of House Document No. 103–7.

For termination, effective May 15, 2000, of reporting provisions in this section, see section 3003 of Pub. L. 104–66, set out as a note under section 1113 of Title 31, Money and Finance, and page 196 of House Document No. 103–7.

For termination, effective May 15, 2000, of reporting provisions in this section, see section 3003 of Pub. L. 104–66, set out as a note under section 1113 of Title 31, Money and Finance, and page 196 of House Document No. 103–7.

Pub. L. 85–83, § 2, July 3, 1957, 71 Stat. 277, provided that:

“The real property situated in Square 817, in the city of Washington, District of Columbia, described as lot 23, owned, occupied, and used by the American Historical Association, is exempt from all taxation so long as the same is so owned and occupied, and not used for commercial purposes, subject to the provisions of sections 2, 3, and 5 of the Act entitled ‘An Act to define the real property exempt from taxation in the District of Columbia’, approved December 24, 1942 ( 56 Stat. 1089 ; D.C. Code, secs. 47–801b, 47–801c, and 47–801e).”

For termination, effective May 15, 2000, of provisions of law requiring submittal to Congress of any annual, semiannual, or other regular periodic report listed in House Document No. 103–7 (in which a report required under this section is listed on page 192), see section 3003 of Pub. L. 104–66, set out as a note under section 1113 of Title 31, Money and Finance.

Pub. L. 116–35, § 2, July 30, 2019, 133 Stat. 1043, provided that:

“(a) Findings .— Congress makes the following findings: “(1) Since the end of World War II, the Federal Government has designated specific periods of war, the dates of which are important for qualification for certain benefits or membership in veterans organizations established by Congress. “(2) In between those recognized periods of war, during so-called peacetime eras, the United States military has been involved in not fewer than 12 known eras, which are unrecognized by the United States Government as periods of war, resulting in numerous United States personnel combat casualties. “(3) Those 12 unrecognized war eras occurred at the direction of the then President of the United States, with full knowledge and consent of the then Congress. “(4) The first of those 12 unrecognized war eras involving active United States military personnel was the Greek Civil War, fought in Greece from 1946 to 1949 between the army of the Government of Greece, supported by active military personal of the United States and the United Kingdom, and the Democratic Army of Greece, the military branch of the Communist Party of Greece. “(5) During the Greek Civil War, one member of the Armed Forces of the United States sacrificed his life in service to the United States, and five others suffered non-combat deaths. “(6) The second of those unrecognized war eras involving active United States military personnel was the Chinese Civil War, which occurred during the aftermath of World War II. “(7) During the Chinese Civil War, the United States military equipped, trained, transported, and supplied the Kuomintang-led Government of the Republic of China with approximately $4,430,000,000 in its resistance to the Communist Party of China. “(8) During the Chinese Civil War, 14 members of the Armed Forces of the United States sacrificed their lives in service to the United States, 150 non-combatants of the United States lost their lives in the war, and 51 were wounded, resulting in 215 United States military casualties. “(9) The third unrecognized war era involving active United States military personnel is known as the Cold War. “(10) The Cold War was a period spanning from approximately 1947 until 1991 when the Soviet Union collapsed. “(11) Although no direct large-scale military fighting occurred between the militaries of the United States and the Soviet Union, active United States military personnel served in multiple regional conflicts during the Cold War, resulting in the deaths of not fewer than 32 members of the Armed Forces who sacrificed their lives in service to the United States and not fewer than 12 additional casualties. “(12) The fourth unrecognized war era involving active United States military personnel is known as the China Cold War. “(13) The China Cold War started when the Kuomintang-led Government of the Republic of China retreated to the island of Taiwan and lasted until 1972, after President Richard Nixon conducted a landmark state visit to China. “(14) During the military operations of the China Cold War, not fewer than 16 members of the Armed Forces of the United States sacrificed their lives in service to the United States. “(15) The fifth unrecognized war era involving active United States military personnel was the Lebanon Crisis of 1958, which involved more than 14,000 United States personnel and resulted in the death of one member of the Armed Forces who sacrificed his life in service to the United States and five non-combat deaths. “(16) The sixth unrecognized war era involving active United States military personnel was the Bay of Pigs invasion in April 1961. “(17) The Bay of Pigs invasion was a failed military invasion of Cuba undertaken by a United States military group sponsored by the Central Intelligence Agency that resulted in not fewer than one death of a member of the Armed Forces who sacrificed his life in service to the United States and 19 non-combat deaths. “(18) The seventh unrecognized war era involving active United States military personnel was the Cuban Missile Crisis, which took place between October 16 and October 28, 1962 . “(19) The Cuban Missile Crisis directly related to homeland protection against the deployment of a Soviet ballistic missile in Cuba. “(20) During the Cuban Missile Crisis, one member of the Armed Forces sacrificed his life in service to the United States and 19 others died as non-combatants. “(21) The eighth unrecognized war era involving active United States military personnel was the Dominican Civil War in 1965. “(22) Operations during the Dominican Civil War resulted in the deaths of 27 members of the Armed Forces who sacrificed their lives in service to the United States, 20 non-combat-related deaths, and 283 wounded. “(23) The ninth unrecognized war era involving active United States military personnel was the Iran Hostage Crisis, which lasted from November 4, 1979 , through January 20, 1981 . “(24) The Iran Hostage Crisis involved military intervention by the United States which resulted in the deaths of 8 members of the Armed Forces who sacrificed their lives in service to [the] United States. “(25) The tenth unrecognized war era involving active United States military personnel was the Salvadoran Civil War. “(26) The Salvadoran Civil War lasted more than 12 years, through the terms of two Presidential administrations of the United States, and resulted in the deaths of 22 members of the Armed Forces who sacrificed their lives in service to the United States, 15 non-combat deaths, and 35 other casualties. “(27) The 11th unrecognized war era involving active United States military personnel started on April 5, 1986 , when the La Belle discotheque in West Berlin, Germany, was bombed, killing two United States soldiers and wounding 79 other members of the Armed Forces, which triggered what became known as the Libyan Conflict. “(28) The military operations of the Libyan Conflict included numerous air strikes by United States military forces and resulted in the deaths of two members of the Armed Forces who sacrificed their lives in service to the United States. “(29) The Libyan Conflict led to the 12th unrecognized war era involving active United States military personnel, known collectively as the Persian Gulf Conflicts, which lasted from July 24, 1987 , through September 26, 1988 . “(30) The Persian Gulf Conflicts involved United States military missions to protect Kuwaiti-owned oil tankers which represented the largest United States naval convoy operation since World War II. “(31) The Persian Gulf Conflicts resulted in numerous military operations and the deaths of not fewer than 39 members of the Armed Forces who sacrificed their lives in service to the United States and 31 wounded. “(32) Since the armistice that ended the hostilities of the Korean War on January 31, 1955 , nearly 100 active United States military personnel have sacrificed their lives in service to the United States in South Korea, and more than 132 people of the United States have been wounded in-country. “(33) Since January 1, 1947 , through all of the unrecognized war eras involving active United States military personnel, not fewer than 778 combat and non-combat members of the Armed Forces have sacrificed their lives in service to the United States and not fewer than 797 have been wounded. “(34) Since January 1, 1947 , the unrecognized war eras involving active United States military personnel who were wounded and killed serving their country were administered under orders from the commander in chief and with the consent of Congress, proving that the United States has been conducting deadly wartime service to protect the country consistently since December 7, 1941 . “(35) Eligibility for membership in The American Legion is determined by Congress through the establishment of specific dates of declared and officially recognized hostilities in which United States military personnel are on active service. “(36) The American Legion provides invaluable services to its members and supports the community of veterans who sacrificed in service of the United States. “(37) Membership in The American Legion allows veterans to engage in public service activities, such as supporting Boys and Girls State and Nation, youth mentorship programs, and benefit assistance, career fairs, and employment assistance for veterans. “(38) The American Legion has gone on record as supporting the 12 unrecognized war eras involving active United States military personnel since the beginning of World War II. “(39) The American Legion has aided, assisted, and comforted the families of the men and women who were called to serve or volunteered to serve during all of the unrecognized war eras and continues to provide support to veterans of those eras. “(40) The American Legion has commended the heroic actions of all military personnel who risked their lives in defense of freedom during each of the unrecognized war eras involving active United States military personnel. “(b) Sense of Congress .— It is the sense of Congress that, in accordance with the history, tradition, and purposes of The American Legion, it is fair, proper, and reasonable that the privilege of membership in The American Legion should be extended to all military personnel who served on active military duty during all of the unrecognized war eras involving active United States military personnel.”

For termination, effective May 15, 2000, of reporting provisions in this section, see section 3003 of Pub. L. 104–66, set out as a note under section 1113 of Title 31, Money and Finance, and page 196 of House Document No. 103–7.

Pub. L. 86–208, Aug. 25, 1959, 73 Stat. 431, provided:

“That the American Society of International Law, incorporated by the Act entitled ‘An Act to incorporate the American Society of International Law, and for other purposes’, approved September 20, 1950 (Public Law 794, ch. 958, Eighty-first Congress, second session ( 64 Stat. 869 )) [now this chapter], is authorized to use the real estate described as lot 805 square 2512, situated in the city of Washington, District of Columbia, as the national headquarters of such society.”

For termination, effective May 15, 2000, of reporting provisions in this section, see section 3003 of Pub. L. 104–66, set out as a note under section 1113 of Title 31, Money and Finance, and page 197 of House Document No. 103–7.

For termination, effective May 15, 2000, of reporting provisions in this section, see section 3003 of Pub. L. 104–66, set out as a note under section 1113 of Title 31, Money and Finance, and page 197 of House Document No. 103–7.

For termination, effective May 15, 2000, of reporting provisions in this section, see section 3003 of Pub. L. 104–66, set out as a note under section 1113 of Title 31, Money and Finance, and page 197 of House Document No. 103–7.

For transfer of authorities, functions, personnel, and assets of the Coast Guard, including the authorities and functions of the Secretary of Transportation relating thereto, to the Department of Homeland Security, and for treatment of related references, see sections 468(b), 551(d), 552(d), and 557 of Title 6, Domestic Security, and the Department of Homeland Security Reorganization Plan of November 25, 2002, as modified, set out as a note under section 542 of Title 6.

For termination, effective May 15, 2000, of reporting provisions in this section, see section 3003 of Pub. L. 104–66, set out as a note under section 1113 of Title 31, Money and Finance, and page 198 of House Document No. 103–7.

For termination, effective May 15, 2000, of reporting provisions in this section, see section 3003 of Pub. L. 104–66, set out as a note under section 1113 of Title 31, Money and Finance, and page 198 of House Document No. 103–7.