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9/11 Memorial and Museum Act

USA119th CongressHR-835| House 
| Updated: 2/5/2025
Nick LaLota

Nick LaLota

Republican Representative

New York

Cosponsors (19)
Laura Gillen (Democratic)Troy A. Carter (Democratic)Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)Andrew R. Garbarino (Republican)Thomas H. Kean (Republican)Daniel S. Goldman (Democratic)Jerrold Nadler (Democratic)Nicholas A. Langworthy (Republican)Charles J. "Chuck" Fleischmann (Republican)David G. Valadao (Republican)Nydia M. Velázquez (Democratic)Dan Crenshaw (Republican)Brian K. Fitzpatrick (Republican)Monica De La Cruz (Republican)Josh Gottheimer (Democratic)Michael Lawler (Republican)Susie Lee (Democratic)Jennifer A. Kiggans (Republican)Nicole Malliotakis (Republican)

Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, Natural Resources Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill establishes a one-time grant program to support the National September 11 Memorial & Museum at the World Trade Center. The Secretary of Homeland Security is authorized to award an eligible 501(c)(3) organization operating the museum a grant ranging from $5,000,000 to $10,000,000 , specifically for its operation, security, and maintenance. The Secretary will determine the exact grant amount based on criteria such as the museum's security needs, visitor numbers, preservation efforts, and commitment to educating future generations and increasing access for economically disadvantaged visitors. To receive this funding, the eligible entity must agree to several conditions. These include providing free admission to active and retired members of the Armed Forces, 9/11 first responders, and family members of victims, as well as offering dedicated free admission hours for the general public at least once a week. Additionally, the museum must allow for annual Federal audits of its financial statements, including revenues from ticket sales, donations, and grants, with these audits subject to public review. The recipient is also required to submit annual reports to Congress detailing how the grant funds were obligated or expended.

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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-5230
9/11 Memorial and Museum Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-5401
9/11 Memorial and Museum Act
Jan 31, 2025
Introduced in House
Jan 31, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Feb 4, 2025
Mr. Westerman moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
Feb 4, 2025
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H442-444)
Feb 4, 2025
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 835.
Feb 4, 2025
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H442-443)
Feb 4, 2025
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H442-443)
Feb 4, 2025
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Feb 5, 2025
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Sep 8, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-2734
Introduced in Senate
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-5230
    9/11 Memorial and Museum Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-5401
    9/11 Memorial and Museum Act


  • January 31, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • January 31, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.


  • February 4, 2025
    Mr. Westerman moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.


  • February 4, 2025
    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H442-444)


  • February 4, 2025
    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 835.


  • February 4, 2025
    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H442-443)


  • February 4, 2025
    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H442-443)


  • February 4, 2025
    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.


  • February 5, 2025
    Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.


  • September 8, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-2734
    Introduced in Senate

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Related Bills

  • S 119-2734: 9/11 Memorial and Museum Act
Accounting and auditingCongressional oversightCrime victimsDepartment of DefenseFirst responders and emergency personnelGovernment buildings, facilities, and propertyMilitary personnel and dependentsMonuments and memorialsMuseums, exhibitions, cultural centersNew York CitySocial work, volunteer service, charitable organizationsTerrorismUser charges and feesVeterans' organizations and recognition

9/11 Memorial and Museum Act

USA119th CongressHR-835| House 
| Updated: 2/5/2025
This bill establishes a one-time grant program to support the National September 11 Memorial & Museum at the World Trade Center. The Secretary of Homeland Security is authorized to award an eligible 501(c)(3) organization operating the museum a grant ranging from $5,000,000 to $10,000,000 , specifically for its operation, security, and maintenance. The Secretary will determine the exact grant amount based on criteria such as the museum's security needs, visitor numbers, preservation efforts, and commitment to educating future generations and increasing access for economically disadvantaged visitors. To receive this funding, the eligible entity must agree to several conditions. These include providing free admission to active and retired members of the Armed Forces, 9/11 first responders, and family members of victims, as well as offering dedicated free admission hours for the general public at least once a week. Additionally, the museum must allow for annual Federal audits of its financial statements, including revenues from ticket sales, donations, and grants, with these audits subject to public review. The recipient is also required to submit annual reports to Congress detailing how the grant funds were obligated or expended.

Bill Text Versions

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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-5230
9/11 Memorial and Museum Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-5401
9/11 Memorial and Museum Act
Jan 31, 2025
Introduced in House
Jan 31, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Feb 4, 2025
Mr. Westerman moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
Feb 4, 2025
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H442-444)
Feb 4, 2025
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 835.
Feb 4, 2025
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H442-443)
Feb 4, 2025
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H442-443)
Feb 4, 2025
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Feb 5, 2025
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Sep 8, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-2734
Introduced in Senate
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-5230
    9/11 Memorial and Museum Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-5401
    9/11 Memorial and Museum Act


  • January 31, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • January 31, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.


  • February 4, 2025
    Mr. Westerman moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.


  • February 4, 2025
    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H442-444)


  • February 4, 2025
    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 835.


  • February 4, 2025
    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H442-443)


  • February 4, 2025
    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H442-443)


  • February 4, 2025
    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.


  • February 5, 2025
    Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.


  • September 8, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-2734
    Introduced in Senate
Nick LaLota

Nick LaLota

Republican Representative

New York

Cosponsors (19)
Laura Gillen (Democratic)Troy A. Carter (Democratic)Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)Andrew R. Garbarino (Republican)Thomas H. Kean (Republican)Daniel S. Goldman (Democratic)Jerrold Nadler (Democratic)Nicholas A. Langworthy (Republican)Charles J. "Chuck" Fleischmann (Republican)David G. Valadao (Republican)Nydia M. Velázquez (Democratic)Dan Crenshaw (Republican)Brian K. Fitzpatrick (Republican)Monica De La Cruz (Republican)Josh Gottheimer (Democratic)Michael Lawler (Republican)Susie Lee (Democratic)Jennifer A. Kiggans (Republican)Nicole Malliotakis (Republican)

Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, Natural Resources Committee

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Related Bills

  • S 119-2734: 9/11 Memorial and Museum Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Accounting and auditingCongressional oversightCrime victimsDepartment of DefenseFirst responders and emergency personnelGovernment buildings, facilities, and propertyMilitary personnel and dependentsMonuments and memorialsMuseums, exhibitions, cultural centersNew York CitySocial work, volunteer service, charitable organizationsTerrorismUser charges and feesVeterans' organizations and recognition