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Grant Program for Local Heroes Memorials

This act establishes a grant program to help local communities and non-profit organizations fund the construction, restoration, and maintenance of memorials honoring veterans, law enforcement officers, and firefighters. This allows citizens to commemorate individuals who have positively contributed to their community or country, often risking their lives.
Key points
Funds available for building, restoring, and maintaining memorials for veterans, police officers, and firefighters.
Local governments and non-profit organizations can apply for grants, with priority given to projects with strong community support.
Maximum grant amount is $100,000, requiring a 50% non-federal match (can include in-kind support).
The program is authorized to receive $2 million annually from fiscal years 2022 through 2026.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3923
Sponsor: Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-22]
Process start date: 2021-06-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Remembering Our Local Heroes Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3923.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Funds available for building, restoring, and maintaining memorials for veterans, police officers, and firefighters.
  • Local governments and non-profit organizations can apply for grants, with priority given to projects with strong community support.
  • Maximum grant amount is $100,000, requiring a 50% non-federal match (can include in-kind support).
  • The program is authorized to receive $2 million annually from fiscal years 2022 through 2026.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-22].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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