117th Congress · House
To authorize the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs, and for other purposes.
Subjects: Congressional tributes · District of Columbia · Government trust funds · Military personnel and dependents · Monuments and memorials · Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers · Veterans' organizations and recognition · Armed Forces and National Security
In plain language
- House bill in the 117th Congress.
- Authorizes the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to establish a commemorative work on federal land.
- House passed it on Jul 27, 2021 (substantive).
Official summary (Congressional Research Service)
This bill authorizes the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to establish a commemorative work on federal land in the District of Columbia in honor of the extraordinary acts of valor, selfless service, and sacrifice displayed by Medal of Honor recipients. The foundation shall be solely responsible for the acceptance of contributions for, and the payment of expenses of, the establishment of the commemorative work. Federal funds may not be used to pay any expenses for the establishment of the commemorative work. The establishment of the commemorative work shall be in accordance with the Commemorative Works Act.
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