Mark Our Place Act

12/23/2024, 9:57 PM

Summary of Bill S 3126

Bill 118 s 3126, also known as the Mark Our Place Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to establish a national program to commemorate and preserve historic sites and landmarks across the country.

The Mark Our Place Act would create a grant program that would provide funding to states and local communities to help them identify, protect, and promote important historical sites. This could include everything from battlefields and monuments to buildings and cultural landmarks.

The bill also aims to increase public awareness and appreciation of these historic sites by encouraging educational programs and community events. Additionally, it would require the Secretary of the Interior to create a comprehensive inventory of significant historical sites and landmarks in the United States. Supporters of the Mark Our Place Act argue that preserving these historic sites is crucial for maintaining our national identity and understanding our shared history. They believe that by investing in these sites, we can ensure that future generations will be able to learn from and appreciate the events and people that have shaped our country. Opponents of the bill may argue that the federal government should not be involved in funding and managing historical sites, and that this responsibility should be left to state and local governments or private organizations. Overall, the Mark Our Place Act represents an effort to protect and promote the rich history of the United States for the benefit of current and future generations.

Congressional Summary of S 3126

Mark Our Place Act

This bill authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs to furnish a headstone, marker, or medallion signifying the status of a deceased member of the Armed Forces as a Medal of Honor recipient regardless of when the member served. Under current law, only Medal of Honor recipients who served after 1917 are eligible for such markers.

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Current Status of Bill S 3126

Bill S 3126 is currently in the status of Became Public Law since November 25, 2024. Bill S 3126 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on October 25, 2023.  Bill S 3126's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 118-134. as of November 25, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3126

Total Number of Sponsors
13
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
13
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
23
Democrat Cosponsors
14
Republican Cosponsors
9
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3126

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

Cemeteries and funeralsConflicts and warsVeterans' organizations and recognition

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3126

Mark Our Place ActMark Our Place ActMark Our Place ActA bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to furnish or replace a headstone, marker, or medallion for the grave of an eligible Medal of Honor recipient regardless of the recipient's dates of service in the Armed Forces, and for other purposes.A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to furnish or replace a headstone, marker, or medallion for the grave of an eligible Medal of Honor recipient regardless of the recipient's dates of service in the Armed Forces, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 3126

R
Mike Braun
Indiana(Republican)
R
Jon Tester
Montana(Democrat)
R
Marco Rubio
Florida(Republican)
R
Patty Murray
Washington(Democrat)
R
Ted Cruz
Texas(Republican)
R
Bill Cassidy
Louisiana(Republican)

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