What does Preamble of 9/11 Memorial and Museum Act do?

This bill would provide a one-time grant for the operation, security, and maintenance of the National September 11 Memorial & Museum at the World Trade Center. The grant is intended to commemorate the events and honor the victims of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. The bill was introduced in the Senate on September 8, 2025, by Mrs. Gillibrand, Mr. McCormick, and Mr. Schumer.

What does SHORT TITLE. of 9/11 Memorial and Museum Act do?

This bill is formally titled the 9/11 Memorial and Museum Act.

What does DEFINITIONS. of 9/11 Memorial and Museum Act do?

This section defines terms used within the Act. The 'National September 11 Memorial & Museum' is defined as the National September 11 Memorial & Museum at the World Trade Center Foundation, Inc. An 'eligible entity' is defined as the organization operating the National September 11 Memorial & Museum that is a 501(c)(3) organization exempt from taxation. The 'Secretary' is defined as the Secretary of Homeland Security.

What does ONE-TIME GRANT FOR NATIONAL SEPTEMBER 11 MEMORIAL & MUSEUM. of 9/11 Memorial and Museum Act do?

This section establishes a one-time grant for the National September 11 Memorial & Museum. The grant amount will be determined by the Secretary, but must be between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000. To be eligible, an entity must submit an application to the Secretary, who will review it based on criteria including visitor safety, visitor numbers, preservation efforts, and outreach to economically disadvantaged visitors. As a condition of receiving the grant, the entity must provide free admission to certain groups, including active and retired military, first responders, and family members of victims, and offer dedicated free admission hours for the general public. The recipient must allow for annual Federal audits of financial statements and provide reports to specified congressional committees. The program's activities are subject to the availability of appropriations made in advance.

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9/11 Memorial and Museum Act

Last updated: 9/8/2025 · Introduced: 9/8/2025

Author: Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill authorizes a one-time grant of $5,000,000 to $10,000,000 for the National September 11 Memorial & Museum to support its operations, security, and maintenance.
To receive the grant, the museum must provide free admission to military personnel, first responders, victims' families, and offer dedicated free hours for the general public.
The recipient of the grant will be subject to annual federal audits and required to report financial information to congressional committees.

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