S. 1088In committeeEnvironment & energy
Bill would allow WWII women's memorial on protected National Mall land
Data as of July 14, 2026
S 1088 would exempt the already-approved WWII Women's Memorial from Mall rules limiting where new memorials can be placed.40-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
S 1088 would let the World War II Women's Memorial, approved by Congress in 2022, be built on or near the National Mall despite rules restricting new memorials from "the Reserve," a highly protected area. The bill only changes the allowed location; it does not fund or design the memorial.
Who does it affect?
The bill affects women veterans and home-front workers being honored, their families, and Washington, D.C. visitors. It also involves officials like the National Park Service and the National Capital Memorial Advisory Commission, who oversee Mall space decisions.
Why does it matter?
Without this exception, standard federal rules would likely block the memorial from being placed in the Reserve, since that space is limited and reserved for the most significant national memorials.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- Senate committee — You are here
- Senate vote
- House
- President's desk
Right now: a Senate committee is reviewing it. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the President.
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Official title
World War II Women's Memorial Location Act
- Introduced:
- March 24, 2025
- Latest action:
- December 9, 2025
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held.
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