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H.R. 1721

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To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to designate at least one city in the United States each year as an "American World War II City", and for other purposes.
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Committee
Latest Action · September 13, 2017
Subcommittee Hearings Held.
Congress
115th (2017–2019)
Introduced
March 24, 2017
Cosponsors (4)
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This bill directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) to designate at least one city in the United States each year as an "American World War II City" based on the city's: (1) contributions to the war effort during World War II; and (2) efforts to preserve the history of such contributions, including through establishment of preservation organizations or museums, restoration of World War II facilities, and recognition of World War II veterans. The bill designates Wilmington, North Carolina, as the first such city.

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