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9/11 Memorial and Museum Act
2/8/2025, 5:08 AM
Summary of Bill HR 835
Bill 119 HR 835, also known as the 9/11 Memorial and Museum Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to provide federal funding and support for the National September 11 Memorial and Museum in New York City. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 5, 2021, by Representative Carolyn B. Maloney.
The 9/11 Memorial and Museum Act seeks to ensure that the memorial and museum, which honor the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, are able to continue operating and preserving the memory of those who lost their lives on that tragic day. The bill would authorize the appropriation of funds to support the maintenance, operation, and security of the memorial and museum.
Additionally, the legislation would establish a grant program to provide financial assistance to other 9/11 memorials and museums across the country. This program would help ensure that these important sites are able to continue educating the public about the events of 9/11 and the impact they had on our nation. Overall, the 9/11 Memorial and Museum Act aims to ensure that the memory of the September 11 attacks is preserved for future generations and that the victims are never forgotten. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a crucial step in honoring the legacy of those who lost their lives on that fateful day.
The 9/11 Memorial and Museum Act seeks to ensure that the memorial and museum, which honor the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, are able to continue operating and preserving the memory of those who lost their lives on that tragic day. The bill would authorize the appropriation of funds to support the maintenance, operation, and security of the memorial and museum.
Additionally, the legislation would establish a grant program to provide financial assistance to other 9/11 memorials and museums across the country. This program would help ensure that these important sites are able to continue educating the public about the events of 9/11 and the impact they had on our nation. Overall, the 9/11 Memorial and Museum Act aims to ensure that the memory of the September 11 attacks is preserved for future generations and that the victims are never forgotten. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a crucial step in honoring the legacy of those who lost their lives on that fateful day.
Congressional Summary of HR 835
9/11 Memorial and Museum Act
This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security to award to the nonprofit organization that operates the National September 11 Memorial & Museum in New York, New York, a one-time grant to be used solely for the purposes of the operation, security, and maintenance of the memorial and museum.
As a condition of receiving the grant, the organization must
- provide for free admission to all facilities and museums associated with the memorial and museum for active and retired members of the Armed Forces, individuals who were registered first responders to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and family members of victims of such attacks;
- provide for dedicated free admission hours for the general public at least once a week; and
- allow for annual federal audits of its financial statements.
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Current Status of Bill HR 835
Bill HR 835 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since February 5, 2025. Bill HR 835 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 31, 2025. Bill HR 835's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of February 5, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 835
Total Number of Sponsors
9Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
9Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
35Democrat Cosponsors
16Republican Cosponsors
19Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 835
Primary Policy Focus
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 835
9/11 Memorial and Museum Act
9/11 Memorial and Museum Act
To provide a one-time grant for the operation, security, and maintenance of the National September 11 Memorial & Museum at the World Trade Center to commemorate the events, and honor the victims, of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 835
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