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This bill establishes a memorial on the capitol campus to honor Washington service members who died in conflicts classified as the global war on terror, specifically mentioning Operations Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom, and New Dawn, which followed the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The memorial will also include a component to reflect on the issue of suicide among active duty service members and veterans of these conflicts, aiming to provide a space for healing and reflection for veterans and their families. To guide this effort, a global war on terror memorial work group will be formed, comprising representatives from various state agencies, legislative leaders, and veterans' organizations, tasked with studying and recommending details for the memorial, including its design, location, and funding. The capitol committee will then oversee the selection of a sculptor and the construction process, with the goal of completing the memorial within five years of sufficient funds being secured. The work group will cease to exist after the memorial is unveiled.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2514&Year=2025&Initiative=false