HR 2907 · 98th Congress · Government Operations and Politics

A bill to establish a United States Design Council within the Department of Commerce.

Introduced 1983-05-04· Sponsored by Rep. Dymally, Mervyn M. [D-CA-31]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to Subcommittee on Commerce, Transportation and Tourism.(1983-05-10)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Establishes the United States Design Council in the Department of Commerce. Directs the Council to: (1) establish and publicize voluntary standards for excellence in the design of objects and systems; (2) implement programs to educate U.S. enterprisers and the public to the value of design excellence; (3) coordinate design activities with other agencies; (4) develop a repository of information on various aspects of design; (5) promote courses and careers in design; (6) acquire membership in international design associations; and (7) cooperate with State, local, and private agencies concerned with excellence in design. Requires the Council to carry out a broad program of planning, coordination, and public education to implement this Act and to report to the President and Congress annually on its activities and recommendations.…

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Cosponsors (1)

1 Democrat