Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB8967

Introduced
7/9/24  

Caption

To extend the authority of the Secretary of the Army to enter into a contract, partnership, or grant with a non-profit organization for the purpose of providing financial support for the maintenance and sustainment of infrastructure and facilities at military service memorials and museums that highlight the role of women in the military.

Impact

If enacted, HB8967 would amend the existing William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 by extending the authorization period from 2021 to 2025. It also modifies financial allocations, reducing the maximum amount potentially allocated for these partnerships from $3,000,000 to $1,000,000. This change may streamline funding opportunities for non-profits involved in the upkeep and operation of relevant military memorials and museums, aiming to ensure their resources are utilized effectively in highlighting women’s contributions to the military.

Summary

House Bill 8967 is designed to extend the authority of the Secretary of the Army to engage in partnerships, contracts, or grants with non-profit organizations. The primary focus of this bill is to provide financial support for the maintenance and sustainability of infrastructure and facilities at military service memorials and museums that emphasize the significant roles played by women in the military. This initiative aims to enhance the visibility and acknowledgment of women's contributions within military history, promoting education and awareness about their service.

Contention

While the bill seems to be a positive step toward recognizing women's contributions in military history, potential points of contention could arise regarding the allocation of funding and its sustainability. Critics may argue that a reduction in the financial cap could limit the capabilities of non-profit organizations to maintain these significant sites properly. Furthermore, there could be discussions about how these funds are distributed and used, ensuring that a diverse and comprehensive representation of women's military service is prioritized.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

US HR1182

Recognizing the role of Semper Fi & America's Fund and their contributions to supporting members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and military families for the past 20 years.

US SB4566

A bill to require the Secretary of the Navy, the Secretary of the Air Force, and the Secretary of the Army to carry out a pilot program on producing parts through reverse engineering, and for other purposes.

US HB3523

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to designate certain covered organizations as Foreign Financial Threat Organizations, and for other purposes.

US HB10453

To prohibit the Secretary of Defense from entering into information technology contracts with entities that provide certain services to China, and for other purposes.

US HB9292

To direct the Secretary of the Army to provide a briefing to Congress on the future role and structure of Multi-Domain Task Forces, and for other purposes.

US HB6070

To amend the Military Lands Withdrawal Act of 1999 to clarify the authority of Department of Defense to conduct certain military activities at the Nevada test and training range, and for other purposes.

US HB835

9/11 Memorial and Museum ActThis 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 mustprovide 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; andallow for annual federal audits of its financial statements.

US HB9139

To authorize the Secretary of the Navy to convey or lease certain parcels of land at Defense Fuel Support Point San Pedro, Los Angeles, California, and for other purposes.

US HR749

Supporting 30 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and the independent Czech Republic and Slovak Republic, highlighting their assistance to Ukraine, and supporting continued democratic resiliency.

US HB1214

To require the name of military installation under jurisdiction of Secretary of the Army located in Fayetteville, North Carolina, to be known and designated as Fort Bragg, and for other purposes.

Similar Bills

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