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Hershel ‘Woody' Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act
3/31/2026, 8:05 AM
Summary of Bill S 858
Bill 119 s 858, also known as the National Medal of Honor Museum Commemorative Work Act, authorizes the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to establish a commemorative work on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The purpose of this commemorative work is to honor the extraordinary acts of valor, selfless service, and sacrifice displayed by Medal of Honor recipients.
The bill allows the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to design, construct, and maintain the commemorative work, which will serve as a lasting tribute to the brave men and women who have received the Medal of Honor, the highest military decoration awarded by the United States government.
The National Mall, located in the heart of the nation's capital, is a prominent location for memorials and monuments that honor the sacrifices and achievements of American heroes. The addition of a commemorative work dedicated to Medal of Honor recipients will further enhance the National Mall as a place of reflection and remembrance for all Americans. Overall, Bill 119 s 858 seeks to recognize and celebrate the courage and heroism of Medal of Honor recipients, ensuring that their legacy is preserved and honored for generations to come.
The bill allows the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to design, construct, and maintain the commemorative work, which will serve as a lasting tribute to the brave men and women who have received the Medal of Honor, the highest military decoration awarded by the United States government.
The National Mall, located in the heart of the nation's capital, is a prominent location for memorials and monuments that honor the sacrifices and achievements of American heroes. The addition of a commemorative work dedicated to Medal of Honor recipients will further enhance the National Mall as a place of reflection and remembrance for all Americans. Overall, Bill 119 s 858 seeks to recognize and celebrate the courage and heroism of Medal of Honor recipients, ensuring that their legacy is preserved and honored for generations to come.
Congressional Summary of S 858
Hershel "Woody" Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act
This bill requires the authorized monument honoring Medal of Honor recipients to be located within the Reserve (the great cross-axis of the National Mall, which generally extends from the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial and from the White House to the Jefferson Memorial).
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Current Status of Bill S 858
Bill S 858 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since March 25, 2026. Bill S 858 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 5, 2025. Bill S 858's most recent activity was Held at the desk. as of March 27, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 858
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
49Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
47Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 858
Primary Policy Focus
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 858
A bill to authorize the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to establish a commemorative work on the National Mall to honor the extraordinary acts of valor, selfless service, and sacrifice displayed by Medal of Honor recipients.
A bill to authorize the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to establish a commemorative work on the National Mall to honor the extraordinary acts of valor, selfless service, and sacrifice displayed by Medal of Honor recipients.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 858
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