To authorize the Government of France to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs to honor the extraordinary contributions of Jean Monnet to restoring peace between European nations and establishing the European Union, and for other purposes.

8/2/2023, 1:30 PM

This bill authorizes the government of France to establish a commemorative work on federal land in the District of Columbia to honor the contributions of Jean Monnet in restoring peace between European nations and establishing the European Union.

Such government shall be responsible for the acceptance of contributions for, and the payment of the expenses of, the establishment and maintenance of the commemorative work.

Federal funds may not be used to pay any expense for the establishment of the commemorative work.

The commemorative work shall be established in accordance with the Commemorative Works Act, with exceptions.

Bill 117 hr 6611, also known as the Jean Monnet Commemorative Work Act, authorizes the Government of France to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia to honor the contributions of Jean Monnet. Jean Monnet was a key figure in restoring peace between European nations after World War II and played a significant role in establishing the European Union.

The bill allows for the creation of a monument or other form of commemorative work to be placed in a prominent location in Washington, D.C. or its surrounding areas. The purpose of the commemorative work is to recognize and celebrate the extraordinary efforts of Jean Monnet in promoting unity and cooperation among European nations.

In addition to honoring Jean Monnet, the bill also includes provisions for the design, construction, and maintenance of the commemorative work. It also specifies that the Government of France will be responsible for all costs associated with the establishment of the monument. Overall, the Jean Monnet Commemorative Work Act seeks to pay tribute to a visionary leader who played a crucial role in shaping the future of Europe and promoting peace and unity among nations.
Congress
117
Number
HR - 6611
Introduced on
2022-02-04
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/15/2022
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Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
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Purpose and Summary

This bill authorizes the government of France to establish a commemorative work on federal land in the District of Columbia to honor the contributions of Jean Monnet in restoring peace between European nations and establishing the European Union.

Such government shall be responsible for the acceptance of contributions for, and the payment of the expenses of, the establishment and maintenance of the commemorative work.

Federal funds may not be used to pay any expense for the establishment of the commemorative work.

The commemorative work shall be established in accordance with the Commemorative Works Act, with exceptions.

Bill 117 hr 6611, also known as the Jean Monnet Commemorative Work Act, authorizes the Government of France to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia to honor the contributions of Jean Monnet. Jean Monnet was a key figure in restoring peace between European nations after World War II and played a significant role in establishing the European Union.

The bill allows for the creation of a monument or other form of commemorative work to be placed in a prominent location in Washington, D.C. or its surrounding areas. The purpose of the commemorative work is to recognize and celebrate the extraordinary efforts of Jean Monnet in promoting unity and cooperation among European nations.

In addition to honoring Jean Monnet, the bill also includes provisions for the design, construction, and maintenance of the commemorative work. It also specifies that the Government of France will be responsible for all costs associated with the establishment of the monument. Overall, the Jean Monnet Commemorative Work Act seeks to pay tribute to a visionary leader who played a crucial role in shaping the future of Europe and promoting peace and unity among nations.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo authorize the Embassy of France in Washington, DC, to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs to honor the extraordinary contributions of Jean Monnet to restoring peace between European nations and establishing the European Union, and for other purposes.
Policy Areas
Public Lands and Natural Resources

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Committee:  Budget
Committee:  Natural Resources

Recent Activity

Latest Summary8/2/2023

This bill authorizes the government of France to establish a commemorative work on federal land in the District of Columbia to honor the contributions of Jean Monnet in restoring peace between European nations and establishing the European Union....

Latest Action12/15/2022
Received in the Senate.