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World War II Women's Memorial Location Act

12/10/2025, 11:02 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2290

Bill 119 hr 2290, also known as the "Women on the Home Front Memorial Act," aims to establish a memorial on the National Mall to honor the women who played a crucial role in supporting the United States military during World War II. The bill allows for the memorial to be located on the National Mall, a significant and prestigious location in Washington, D.C.

The memorial will serve as a tribute to the sacrifices and contributions made by women on the home front during World War II. These women worked in various capacities, such as in factories, farms, and other essential industries, to support the war effort while men were serving in the military. Their efforts were instrumental in the success of the United States during the war.

In addition to establishing the memorial, the bill also includes provisions for its design, construction, and maintenance. It ensures that the memorial will be a fitting and lasting tribute to the women who served on the home front during World War II. Overall, Bill 119 hr 2290 seeks to recognize and honor the important role that women played in supporting the United States military during World War II. By establishing a memorial on the National Mall, these women's contributions will be remembered and celebrated for generations to come.

Congressional Summary of HR 2290

World War II Women's Memorial Location Act

This bill allows the commemorative work for women who worked on the home front during World War II to be located in either (1) the Reserve, an area that generally extends from the United States Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial, and from the White House to the Jefferson Memorial; or (2) the area just outside the Reserve, known as Area I. (This map shows the Reserve in red and Area I in yellow.)

Current Status of Bill HR 2290

Bill HR 2290 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 24, 2025. Bill HR 2290 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 24, 2025.  Bill HR 2290's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of December 9, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2290

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
143
Democrat Cosponsors
112
Republican Cosponsors
31
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2290

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2290

To provide that the memorial to commemorate the sacrifice and service of the women who worked on the home front to support the efforts of the United States military during World War II may be located on the National Mall, and for other purposes.
To provide that the memorial to commemorate the sacrifice and service of the women who worked on the home front to support the efforts of the United States military during World War II may be located on the National Mall, and for other purposes.

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