U.S. National Arboretum Appreciation Act of 2004

The U.S. National Arboretum Appreciation Act of 2004 would allow the Department of Agriculture to hire the nonprofit organization "Friends of the National Arboretum" to manage the private use of the Arboretum’s grounds and facilities. Under this bill, the organization would act as an agent to coordinate special events and oversee arrangements for private individuals or groups wishing to use the site. For the public, this would streamline the process for hosting private gatherings, such as weddings or corporate events, at the National Arboretum while allowing the government to contract with outside entities to maintain and promote the facility.