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BillHR 8613 · 119

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

Introduced
Apr 30, 2026
Cosponsors
1
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 30, 2026

Bill Summary

Allows public access to certain memorials on Federal property even when the Government is shut down. Requires the government to keep these memorials open during a shutdown.

Sponsored By

Maggie Goodlander
Democrat · New Hampshire · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 30, 2026
  3. Apr 30, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects tourists and visitors who want to visit Federal memorials, allowing them to access these sites during a Government shutdown. It also impacts the employees responsible for maintaining these memorials, as they would be required to keep them open and staffed.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
2backers
  • Democratic1
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors1 · 100%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (1)

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
CommitteeOversight and Government Reform Committee
IntroducedApr 30, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 30, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Subjects
  • Economy

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.