H.R. 835: 9/11 Memorial and Museum Act

This bill, known as the **9/11 Memorial and Museum Act**, aims to establish a one-time grant for the operation, security, and maintenance of the National September 11 Memorial & Museum, situated at the World Trade Center. The key details regarding the provisions of this bill include:

Grant Overview

The Secretary of Homeland Security is authorized to award a grant to an eligible organization that operates the National September 11 Memorial & Museum. The amount of this grant shall be between $5 million and $10 million, provided it meets certain conditions.

Purpose of the Grant

The funding received from the grant must specifically be utilized for:

• Operational costs of the Memorial & Museum.
• Security measures to ensure the safety of visitors.
• Maintenance of the facility and grounds.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the grant, the operating organization must be a tax-exempt entity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The organization must also demonstrate:

• A commitment to ensuring the security and safety of memorial visitors.
• The ability to preserve the facilities and provide education for future generations.
• The intention to increase access for economically disadvantaged individuals.

Application Process

The eligible entity must submit a detailed application to the Secretary, including necessary information as specified. The Secretary will review these applications and has a deadline of 90 days from receiving a completed application to award the grant if the criteria are met.

Conditions of the Grant

As a condition of receiving the grant, the eligible entity must:

• Provide free admission to all facilities for:
• Active and retired military personnel.
• Registered first responders of the 9/11 attacks.
• Family members of the victims of the attacks.
• Offer free admission hours to the general public at least once a week.
• Allow annual audits of its financial statements, which must be available to the public.

Reporting Requirements

Within 90 days after the end of each fiscal year in which grant funds are allocated or spent, the recipient must submit a report detailing:

• The amount of grant funds used.
• The purposes for which the funds were utilized.
• Any other information required by the Secretary for effective program administration.

No Additional Funds Authorized

The bill states that no additional funds are authorized beyond this one-time grant, and any activities authorized under this section are subject to the availability of prior appropriations.

Relevant Companies

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