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National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Extension Act
3/5/2026, 1:26 PM
Summary of Bill HR 2196
Bill 119 hr 2196, also known as the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Extension Act, aims to extend the legislative authority of the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation. This extension would allow the foundation to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its surrounding areas.
The National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to honoring and remembering the contributions of emergency medical services personnel. The foundation seeks to create a physical memorial that will serve as a lasting tribute to the men and women who have dedicated their lives to saving others in times of crisis.
If passed, this bill would provide the foundation with the necessary authority to move forward with the planning and construction of the memorial. The commemorative work would be located in a prominent area in the District of Columbia, ensuring that it receives the recognition and respect it deserves. Overall, the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Extension Act is a bipartisan effort to honor the sacrifices and dedication of emergency medical services personnel. By allowing the foundation to establish a commemorative work, this bill seeks to ensure that the contributions of these individuals are never forgotten.
The National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to honoring and remembering the contributions of emergency medical services personnel. The foundation seeks to create a physical memorial that will serve as a lasting tribute to the men and women who have dedicated their lives to saving others in times of crisis.
If passed, this bill would provide the foundation with the necessary authority to move forward with the planning and construction of the memorial. The commemorative work would be located in a prominent area in the District of Columbia, ensuring that it receives the recognition and respect it deserves. Overall, the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Extension Act is a bipartisan effort to honor the sacrifices and dedication of emergency medical services personnel. By allowing the foundation to establish a commemorative work, this bill seeks to ensure that the contributions of these individuals are never forgotten.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2196
Bill HR 2196 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 18, 2025. Bill HR 2196 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 18, 2025. Bill HR 2196's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 443. as of February 24, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2196
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
11Democrat Cosponsors
10Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2196
Primary Policy Focus
Arts, Culture, ReligionAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2196
To provide for an extension of the legislative authority of the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs.
To provide for an extension of the legislative authority of the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2196
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