Women’s Museum Bill Sinks Amid Dispute Over Trump and Trans Issues
The proposed legislation for a Smithsonian museum dedicated to women's achievements has faced significant challenges. The bill failed to pass in the House after being amended to specify that the museum would only recognize 'biological' females. This amendment sparked controversy and ultimately contributed to the bill's downfall.
- ▪The legislation aimed to establish a Smithsonian museum honoring American women's achievements.
- ▪The bill was amended to state that the museum could only recognize 'biological' females.
- ▪The amendment led to disputes that resulted in the bill failing to pass in the House.
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AdvertisementSKIP ADVERTISEMENTYou have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load.Supported bySKIP ADVERTISEMENTWomen’s Museum Bill Sinks Amid Dispute Over Trump and Trans IssuesThe legislation to build a Smithsonian museum to honor women became contentious after it was amended to say the museum could only recognize “biological” females.Listen · 3:51 min Share full articleEfforts to advance a Smithsonian museum to celebrate the achievements of American women suffered a setback when a bill to pinpoint a location for it on the National Mall failed to pass in the House.Credit...Rod Lamkey/Associated PressBy Julia JacobsMay 21, 2026, 8:03 p.m.
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