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A bill to provide for the annual designation of cities in the United States as an "American World War II City".

1/11/2023, 1:31 PM

Congressional Summary of S 1401

Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to designate at least one city in the United States each year as an "American World War II City" based on the city's: (1) contributions to the war effort during World War II; and (2) efforts to preserve the history of such contributions, including through establishment of preservation organizations or museums, restoration of World War II facilities, and recognition of World War II veterans.

Designates Wilmington, North Carolina, as the first such city.

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Current Status of Bill S 1401

Bill S 1401 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 20, 2015. Bill S 1401 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the Senate on May 20, 2015.  Bill S 1401's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S3187) as of May 20, 2015

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1401

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1401

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Conflicts and wars
- Congressional tributes
- Military history
- North Carolina
- Urban and suburban affairs and development
- Veterans' organizations and recognition

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1401

A bill to provide for the annual designation of cities in the United States as an "American World War II City".
A bill to provide for the annual designation of cities in the United States as an "American World War II City".

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1401

Thom Tillis
Thom Tillis
North CarolinaRepublican
Richard Burr
Richard Burr
North CarolinaRepublican

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