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H.R. 8098: To direct the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library to obtain a statue of Shirley Chisholm for placement in the United States Capitol.

This bill, designated as H.R. 8098, directs the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library to obtain a statue of Shirley Chisholm for placement in the United States Capitol. Below are the main components of the bill:

1. Obtaining the Statue

The bill requires that within two years following its enactment, the Joint Committee shall enter into an agreement to acquire a statue of Shirley Chisholm. The terms under which this agreement is made will be determined by the Joint Committee, ensuring compliance with applicable laws. Additionally, the Architect of the Capitol is authorized to enter into agreements and contracts necessary for this purpose, in accordance with the Joint Committee's requirements.

2. Placement of the Statue

Once obtained, the statue must be placed in a permanent public location within the United States Capitol. This ensures that the statue is accessible to the public and commemorates Shirley Chisholm’s contributions.

3. Authorization of Appropriations

The bill authorizes the appropriation of necessary funds to carry out its provisions. Any funds appropriated will remain available until they are fully expended for the purpose of acquiring and placing the statue.

Summary

In summary, H.R. 8098 aims to honor Shirley Chisholm by facilitating the acquisition and placement of a statue in the Capitol within a specified timeframe, while also ensuring that funding is available for this initiative.