National Museum of the Blind People’s Movement Act
Latest action (30 Sep 2026): Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported with an amendment favorably.
What this bill does
This bill, S. 3371, would designate the Museum of the Blind People's Movement in Baltimore, Maryland, as the "National Museum of the Blind People's Movement." This would officially recognize the museum's status at a national level.
The bill specifically highlights the historical struggles and underrecognized contributions of blind individuals to society. It notes the creation of organizations like the National Federation of the Blind as vehicles for collective action and advocacy. The museum, located at the National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute, aims to collect, preserve, and curate artifacts and documents related to the blind community's history, serving as a platform to explore their experiences and promote understanding.
S. 3371 was introduced in the Senate and has been ordered reported with an amendment by the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. This means the bill has passed through one committee and is now closer to potentially being considered by the full Senate.
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Official summary
The committees assigned to this bill sent it to the House or Senate as a whole for consideration on September 30, 2026.
Timeline
30 Sep 2026
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported with an amendment favorably.
Common questions
- What does S. 3371 do?
- This bill, S. 3371, would designate the Museum of the Blind People's Movement in Baltimore, Maryland, as the "National Museum of the Blind People's Movement." This would officially recognize the museum's status at a national level. The bill specifically highlights the historical struggles and underrecognized contributions of blind individuals to society. It notes the creation of organizations like the National Federation of the Blind as vehicles for collective action and advocacy. The museum, located at the National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute, aims to collect, preserve, and curate artifacts and documents related to the blind community's history, serving as a platform to explore their experiences and promote understanding. S. 3371 was introduced in the Senate and has been ordered reported with an amendment by the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. This means the bill has passed through one committee and is now closer to potentially being considered by the full Senate.
- Has S. 3371 become law?
- Not yet. As of 30 Sep 2026, S. 3371 is ordered reported.
- Who sponsored S. 3371?
- S. 3371 was sponsored by Sen. Chris Van Hollen [D-MD] (Democrat-MD), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 3371?
- Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported with an amendment favorably. (30 Sep 2026).
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