[20200921]IF10448_授权在哥伦比亚特区增加新的纪念馆：供审议的问题.pdf

https:/crsreports.congress.gov Updated September 21, 2020Authorizing New Additions to Memorials in the District of Columbia: Issues for ConsiderationIn recent Congresses, measures have been introduced to add new elements to existing memorials in the District of Columbia. Adding new elements to completed commemorative works requires an act of Congress under the Commemorative Works Act (CWA; 40 USC 8901-8909). For example, in the 116th Congress (2019-2020), H.R. 1088 would authorize the modification of the First Division Monument to add elements to honor First Infantry Division members who died during Operation Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation New Dawn, and Operation Enduring Freedom. On November 20, 2019, H.R. 1088 passed the House, and it has been referred to the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. As proposals to add elements to existing memorials are introduced, Congress might consider several subjects regarding proposals to change or make an addition to an existing memorial. These include adding a new element to an existing memorial; placing a new element within the “Reserve” area of the National Mall; and determining criteria for the inclusion of