Hershel Woody Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act
Sponsors:
Rep. Moore, Blake D. [R-UT-1]
Status: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held.
(2025-12-09)
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Plain Language Summary
This bill is about creating a monument to honor Medal of Honor recipients. The Medal of Honor is the highest military award given to service members for bravery. The monument would be named after Hershel Woody Williams, a Marine who received the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions in World War II. The bill would allow this monument to be built in a specific location in Washington, D.C.
Key Points
- The bill authorizes building a monument dedicated to Medal of Honor recipients
- The monument would be named after Hershel Woody Williams, a World War II Marine hero
- It would be located in Washington, D.C., following the normal rules for memorials in the capital
Who This Affects
This bill would affect veterans and their families by creating a place to honor military heroes. It would also affect visitors to Washington, D.C., who could visit the monument to learn about Medal of Honor recipients.
Arguments For
- Medal of Honor recipients deserve a dedicated monument recognizing their extraordinary courage and sacrifice
- The monument would educate the public about American military heroes and their brave actions
Arguments Against
- Some might prefer using federal land and resources for other purposes
- There are already other military memorials in Washington, D.C.
Fiscal Impact
No fiscal impact estimated
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