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COVID–19 Oral History Project Act

Introduced: April 24, 2020 Introduced by: Bera, Ami Democratic · California See on congress.gov
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Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Apr 24, 2020
Introduced in House
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COVID-19 Oral History Project Act

This bill directs the Library of Congress to establish an oral history program in the American Folklife Center for the collection and public availability of individual stories of events and experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States. The bill includes a requirement to collect video and audio recordings of personal histories and testimonials of those who were affected by the pandemic.

What's happening now April 24, 2020

Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.

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