Bill would allow Medal of Honor monument in protected National Mall Reserve
Signed into lawS. 858Latest action
Sponsor: James C. Justice · Senator · WV
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Official title: Hershel ‘Woody' Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act
119th Congress
Topics: Environment & energy
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S 858 lets a Medal of Honor monument be built in the National Mall's protected Reserve area.
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What does this do?
This bill creates an exception to federal law so a previously approved Medal of Honor monument can be built within "the Reserve," a protected area of the National Mall normally closed to new monuments. The monument was already authorized under 117-80; this bill only changes where it can be located. All other rules under the Commemorative Works Act still apply.
Who does it affect?
Affects the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation, veterans, military families, Medal of Honor recipients, and visitors to the National Mall.
Why does it matter?
The change mainly determines what future visitors will see on the National Mall, with symbolic significance for veterans and military families, but no direct impact on funding, regulations, or individual rights.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedMar 5, 2025
- Senate committee
- Senate vote
- House
- The president's desk
Right now: the president signed it. It's law.Now law
Latest action: — Became Public Law No: 119-104.