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H.R. 2290: World War II Women's Memorial Location Act

This bill is known as the World War II Women's Memorial Location Act. It aims to officially designate a specific location for a memorial honoring the contributions and sacrifices of women who supported the United States military during World War II. Here are the main points of what the bill would accomplish:

Findings

The bill includes several findings that provide context for the need for the memorial:

During World War II, over 18 million women participated in the war effort by taking on various roles, including pilots, engineers, mechanics, and code breakers, while also managing production to support the military.
In 2023, legislation was passed authorizing the World War II Women’s Memorial Foundation to create a commemorative work on federal land in Washington, D.C., to honor these women's contributions.
The bill states that placing this memorial on the National Mall would serve as a fitting tribute to the legacy of these women.

Location of Commemorative Work

The bill stipulates that the memorial can be located in specific areas in Washington, D.C., as outlined below:

The commemorative work can be placed in Area I, as depicted in a specific map titled Commemorative Areas Washington, DC and Environs.
Alternatively, it can be located within the Reserve, defined in existing law.

Overall, this legislation would facilitate the establishment of a memorial that recognizes and commemorates the significant role women played on the home front during World War II by allowing it to be situated in a prominent location within the National Mall.