A bill to provide for the annual designation of cities in the United States as an "American World War II City".
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Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in senate (May 20, 2015)
Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to designate at least one city in the United States each year as an "American World War II City" based on the city's: (1) contributions to the war effort during World War II; and (2) efforts to preserve the history of such contributions, including through establishment of preservation organizations or museums, restoration of World War II facilities, and recognition of World War II veterans.
Designates Wilmington, North Carolina, as the first such city.
What just happenedMay 20, 2015
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S3187)
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in SenateMay 20, 2015
- May 20, 2015IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S3187)
Armed Services Committee - May 20, 2015IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate