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This post was originally published on this siteAmericans for the Americans for the Arts and the Arts Action Fund endorse the Creative Workforce Investment Act, legislation introduced by Representatives Teresa Leger Fernández (D-NM), Jay Obernolte (R-CA) and Ted Lieu (D-CA). The Senate companion of the Creative Economy Revitalization Act was introduced by U.S. Senator Ben Ray READ MORE

This post was originally published on this siteAmericans for the Americans for the Arts and the Arts Action Fund endorse the Creative Workforce Investment Act, legislation introduced by Representatives Teresa Leger Fernández (D-NM), Jay Obernolte (R-CA) and Ted Lieu (D-CA). The Senate companion of the Creative Economy Revitalization Act was introduced by U.S. Senator Ben Ray READ MORE

This post was originally published on this siteAmericans for the Arts supports new legislation introduced by U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI). The STAR Act would allow local transit authorities to incorporate art into federally-funded transportation projects through the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), promoting rider engagement, deterring vandalism, and enhancing community identity.  The STAR Act would READ MORE

This post was originally published on this siteNovember 17, 2023)— Americans for the Arts presents Councilmember Omar Narvaez of Dallas, Texas, with its second annual City Council Leadership Award in partnership with the National League of Cities. The award recognizes a city council member who has consistently advocated for the advancement of pro-arts legislation, funding, READ MORE

This post was originally published on this siteOn November 10, two attempts to eliminate federal funding for the arts and humanities in the Fiscal Year 2024 [CP1] Interior Appropriations were both soundly defeated! Freedom Caucus Chairman Scott Perry (R-PA-10) sponsored two floor amendments: 100% of Democrats voted against both amendments and were joined by a READ MORE