H.R. 873 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Global War on Terrorism War Memorial Act
H.R. 873 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Feb 6, 2017, sponsored by Mike Gallagher with 159 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Feb 6, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 159
- Policy area
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Public law
- Public Law 115-51
What it does
Global War on Terrorism War Memorial Act (Sec. 2) 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.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Mike Gallagher (R-WI). Co-sponsors: 64 Democrats, 95 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 6, 2017
- Passed the HouseJul 28, 2017
- Passed the SenateAug 3, 2017
- Sent to the PresidentAug 7, 2017
- Became lawAug 18, 2017
Latest action: Signed by President. (Aug 18, 2017)
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