HR 5275 · 101th Congress · Education

Congressional Award Amendments of 1990

Introduced 1990-07-13· Sponsored by Rep. Owens, Major R. [D-NY-12]· House

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Latest: Became Public Law No: 101-525.(1990-11-06)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Congressional Award Amendments of 1990 - Amends the Congressional Award Act (the Act) to extend until October 1, 1991, the Congressional Award Board (the Board). Changes the deadline for the Board's annual report to before April 1 (currently before March 1) of each year. Provides that, for purposes of determining the derivation of the appointment of a Board member, if there is a change in the status of majority and minority between the parties of the House or the Senate, the Board member shall be deemed to have been appointed by the leadership position of the party of the individual who made the initial appointment of such Board member. Sets forth: (1) terms of appointment of Board members; and (2) rules governing reappointments, determination of length of service, and determination of terms of current Board members. Sets forth rules for removing a Board member for consecutive absences or failures to send a designee. Authorizes the Board to conduct outreach activities to encourage the establishment and development of Statewide Congressional Award Councils. Directs the Board to develop guidelines, criteria, and standards for the formation of such Councils. Sets forth various duties …

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