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Museums Group Backs Bill to Shield Smithsonian Independence
Original: American Alliance of Museums: AAM Supports Congressional Action to Protect the Smithsonian’s Independence. “The American
The American Alliance of Museums has endorsed the Smithsonian Integrity and Historical Independence Act of 2026, legislation introduced in Congress by Representatives Stanbury (D-NM) and Jackson. The bill aims to protect the Smithsonian Institution's independence from political interference, and the AAM says congressional action is needed to safeguard the museum and research complex's autonomy.
Why now: Concerns over political pressure on the Smithsonian have made its independence a live topic in Congress and the museum world.
American Alliance of MuseumsSmithsonian InstitutionUS CongressRepresentative StanburyRepresentative Jackson
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- American Alliance of Museums: AAM Supports Congressional Action to Protect the Smithsonian’s Independence. “The American Alliance of Museums (AAM) endorses The Smithsonian Integrity and Historical Independence Act of 2026, introduced by Representatives Stanbury (D-NM), Jackson… · researchbuzz_firehose@rbfirehose.com · 3
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