What does Preamble of National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum Act do?

This bill, formally titled 'To designate the POW/MIA Memorial and Museum in Jacksonville, Florida, as the National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum, and for other purposes,' aims to designate the POW/MIA Memorial and Museum in Jacksonville, Florida, as the National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 29, 2025.

What does SHORT TITLE. of National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum Act do?

This bill is formally titled the National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum Act.

What does FINDINGS. of National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum Act do?

This section outlines findings related to the POW/MIA Memorial and Museum. The museum is being built in Jacksonville, Florida, to honor prisoners of war, missing in action personnel, and their families. It aims to connect, inspire, and educate people about approximately 142,000 POWs and 82,000 missing service members since World War II. The museum's purpose is to provide a venue for families to share stories and showcase the history of the POW/MIA logo and Naval Air Station Cecil Field. The museum will offer interactive exhibits, educational programs, and special events for diverse audiences.

What does NATIONAL POW/MIA MEMORIAL AND MUSEUM. of National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum Act do?

This section designates the memorial and museum being constructed on POW-MIA Memorial Parkway in Jacksonville, Florida, as the "National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum". The Director of the National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum must submit a report to Congress within 90 days of the Act's enactment. The report must include a five-year budget, a description of the organizational structure, bylaws or rules, and a list of accrediting organizations. The designation as the "National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum" can be withdrawn if the museum is not operational within five years or if the required report is late.

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National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum Act

Last updated: 4/29/2025 · Introduced: 4/29/2025

Author: Aaron Bean (R-FL)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill designates the POW/MIA Memorial and Museum in Jacksonville, Florida, as the National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum.
The museum's director must submit a five-year budget and organizational details to Congress within 90 days of the Act's enactment.
The 'National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum' designation can be revoked if the museum isn't operational within five years or the required report is not submitted.

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