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Fire Island AIDS Memorial Establishment Act
11/27/2024, 7:35 PM
Summary of Bill S 3534
Bill 118 s 3534, also known as the Fire Island AIDS Memorial Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a national memorial at Fire Island National Seashore in New York to honor the victims and survivors of the AIDS epidemic.
The memorial will serve as a place of reflection and remembrance for those who have been affected by the AIDS crisis, particularly in the LGBTQ+ community. It will also educate visitors about the history of the epidemic and the ongoing efforts to combat HIV/AIDS.
The bill outlines the process for the design, construction, and maintenance of the memorial, as well as the funding sources for these activities. It also designates the National Park Service as the agency responsible for overseeing the memorial. Overall, the Fire Island AIDS Memorial Act aims to ensure that the impact of the AIDS epidemic is not forgotten and that those who have been affected are properly honored and remembered.
The memorial will serve as a place of reflection and remembrance for those who have been affected by the AIDS crisis, particularly in the LGBTQ+ community. It will also educate visitors about the history of the epidemic and the ongoing efforts to combat HIV/AIDS.
The bill outlines the process for the design, construction, and maintenance of the memorial, as well as the funding sources for these activities. It also designates the National Park Service as the agency responsible for overseeing the memorial. Overall, the Fire Island AIDS Memorial Act aims to ensure that the impact of the AIDS epidemic is not forgotten and that those who have been affected are properly honored and remembered.
Congressional Summary of S 3534
Fire Island AIDS Memorial Establishment Act
This bill authorizes the establishment of a memorial within the Fire Island National Seashore in New York to honor the residents of Fire Island who died of AIDS.
The memorial may be established and maintained by the Pines Foundation. No federal funds may be used to design, procure, prepare, install, or maintain the memorial. The memorial’s design and location are subject to approval by the Department of the Interior.
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Current Status of Bill S 3534
Bill S 3534 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 14, 2023. Bill S 3534 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 14, 2023. Bill S 3534's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 600. as of November 21, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3534
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3534
Primary Policy Focus
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 3534
Fire Island AIDS Memorial Act
Fire Island AIDS Memorial Act
A bill to authorize the Pines Foundation to establish the Fire Island AIDS Memorial, and for other purposes.
A bill to authorize the Pines Foundation to establish the Fire Island AIDS Memorial, and for other purposes.
Comments

Viviana Gross
761
1 year ago
I don't like this new bill about the AIDS memorial on Fire Island. It's not fair to us taxpayers! Why should we have to pay for it? This is just another example of government waste.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 3534
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