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To providing access to certain memorials on Federal property during Government shutdown, and for other purposes.

In committee: it can still change before the session ends.

US HR 8613 · House Bill · 119th Congress

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Stage
In committee
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House
Sponsors
2
Latest action
Apr 30, 2026

What it does

The bill would require federal agencies to maintain public access to certain memorials on federal property during government shutdowns, specifically those not federally funded but normally accessible via federal facilities when the agency is operating. It applies to memorials defined broadly as sites of commemoration, including cemeteries, that are open to the public under normal operations. Federal employees whose duties involve providing access to these memorials would be exempt from furlough during a shutdown, classified as performing emergency services related to the safety of human life or protection of property under Title 31 of the U.S. Code. The bill was introduced in the House on…

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Where it stands

  1. Introduced (Done)

    Apr 30, 2026

  2. Committee (Current step)

    In committee · Apr 30, 2026

  3. Floor (Not started)

  4. Law (Not started)

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