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US HR2717

US HR2717
Hershel Woody Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act


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Introduced
04/19/2023
In Committee
07/26/2023
Crossed Over
11/13/2023
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025

Introduced Session

118th Congress

Bill Summary

AN ACT To authorize the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to establish a commemorative work on the National Mall to honor the extraordinary acts of valor, selfless service, and sacrifice displayed by Medal of Honor recipients.

AI Summary

This bill, titled the Hershel 'Woody' Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act, authorizes the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to establish a commemorative work on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. to honor the extraordinary acts of valor, selfless service, and sacrifice displayed by Medal of Honor recipients. The bill specifies that the monument shall be located within the Reserve, a designated area on the National Mall, and that the Commemorative Works Act, which governs the establishment of memorials in the nation's capital, shall apply to this project.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Government Affairs

Sponsors (35)

Last Action

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held. (on 05/15/2024)

Bill Topics

Government Operations
  • ‐ National Symbols and Monuments
Public Lands and Water Management
  • ‐ National Parks, Memorials, Historic Sites, and Recreation

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