Global War on Terrorism War Memorial Act

Bill 115 hr 873, also known as the Global War on Terrorism War Memorial Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation to establish a memorial on federal land in the District of Columbia to honor the members of the United States Armed Forces who have served in the Global War on Terrorism since September 11, 2001.

The bill outlines the requirements for the design, construction, and maintenance of the memorial, as well as the process for selecting the location of the memorial. It also specifies that the memorial must be privately funded and prohibits the use of federal funds for its construction.

Additionally, the bill designates the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation as the entity responsible for raising funds and overseeing the construction of the memorial. The foundation is required to consult with the Secretary of the Interior and the Commission of Fine Arts during the design and construction process. Overall, Bill 115 hr 873 aims to honor and remember the sacrifices made by members of the US Armed Forces in the Global War on Terrorism by establishing a memorial in their honor in the nation's capital.