Down East Remembrance Act

2/5/2024, 3:37 PM

Down East Remembrance Act

This bill designates six creeks in North Carolina in honor of individuals killed in a plane crash in Carteret County, North Carolina, on February 13, 2022.

Bill 118 s 351, also known as the Down East Remembrance Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a national memorial in Down East, Maine to honor the memory of those who have served in the United States Armed Forces.

The memorial would serve as a place of reflection and remembrance for the sacrifices made by members of the military, as well as their families and loved ones. The bill outlines the process for the establishment of the memorial, including the selection of a suitable location, the design and construction of the memorial, and the funding needed to support these efforts.

Supporters of the bill argue that a national memorial in Down East, Maine would provide a meaningful tribute to the men and women who have served in the military, and would serve as a reminder of the importance of honoring their contributions to our country. Critics of the bill have raised concerns about the cost of establishing and maintaining the memorial, as well as the potential impact on the local community. Overall, the Down East Remembrance Act is a proposal to create a national memorial in Maine to honor the sacrifices of members of the US Armed Forces. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress, and its fate will be determined by the outcome of the legislative process.
Congress
118

Number
S - 351

Introduced on
2023-02-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/9/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Down East Remembrance Act

This bill designates six creeks in North Carolina in honor of individuals killed in a plane crash in Carteret County, North Carolina, on February 13, 2022.

Bill 118 s 351, also known as the Down East Remembrance Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a national memorial in Down East, Maine to honor the memory of those who have served in the United States Armed Forces.

The memorial would serve as a place of reflection and remembrance for the sacrifices made by members of the military, as well as their families and loved ones. The bill outlines the process for the establishment of the memorial, including the selection of a suitable location, the design and construction of the memorial, and the funding needed to support these efforts.

Supporters of the bill argue that a national memorial in Down East, Maine would provide a meaningful tribute to the men and women who have served in the military, and would serve as a reminder of the importance of honoring their contributions to our country. Critics of the bill have raised concerns about the cost of establishing and maintaining the memorial, as well as the potential impact on the local community. Overall, the Down East Remembrance Act is a proposal to create a national memorial in Maine to honor the sacrifices of members of the US Armed Forces. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress, and its fate will be determined by the outcome of the legislative process.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to designate 6 creeks in the State of North Carolina in honor of the lives lost in a plane crash in Carteret County, North Carolina, on February 13, 2022, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact
Accidents
Aviation and airports
Lakes and rivers
North Carolina

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary3/23/2023

Down East Remembrance Act

This bill designates six creeks in North Carolina in honor of individuals killed in a plane crash in Carteret County, North Carolina, on February 13, 2022.


Latest Action6/21/2023
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held.