H.R. 5999 · 114th Congress · 2015–2016
Global War on Terrorism War Memorial Act
H.R. 5999 in the 114th Congress (2015–2016) was introduced on Sep 12, 2016, sponsored by Ryan K. Zinke with 76 co-sponsors.
During the 114th Congress (2015–2016), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Sep 12, 2016
- Co-sponsors
- 76
- Policy area
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
What it does
Global War on Terrorism War Memorial Act This bill allows the Global War on Terror Memorial Foundation to establish the National Global War on Terrorism Memorial as a commemorative work on federal land in the District of Columbia to commemorate and honor the members of the Armed Forces who served on active duty in support of the Global War on Terrorism. No federal funds may be used to pay any expense to establish the memorial.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Ryan K. Zinke (R-MT). Co-sponsors: 18 Democrats, 58 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedSep 12, 2016
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands. (Sep 16, 2016)
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