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S. 2734: 9/11 Memorial and Museum Act

A Senate bill (S.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.

Overview

Congress119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026)
TypeSenate bill (S.)
Originating chamberSenate
Introduced2025-09-08
SponsorSen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY]
Policy areaPublic Lands and Natural Resources
Cosponsors2
Latest action2025-09-08 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Last updated2026-04-07

Summary

Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2025-09-08):

9/11 Memorial and Museum Act

This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security to award to the nonprofit organization that operates the National September 11 Memorial & Museum in New York, New York, a one-time grant to be used solely for the purposes of the operation, security, and maintenance of the memorial and museum.

As a condition of receiving the grant, the organization must

  • provide for free admission to all facilities and museums associated with the memorial and museum for active and retired members of the Armed Forces, individuals who were registered first responders to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and family members of victims of such attacks;
  • provide for dedicated free admission hours for the general public at least once a week; and
  • allow for annual federal audits of its financial statements.

Cosponsors (2)

NameParty / state
David McCormick R PA (original cosponsor) 2025-09-08
Charles E. Schumer D NY (original cosponsor) 2025-09-08

Full text & official record

The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for S. 2734 are published by Congress on congress.gov.

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Frequently asked questions

What is S. 2734?

S. 2734 is a Senate bill (S.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: 9/11 Memorial and Museum Act.

Where can I read the full bill text?

The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for S. 2734 are available on congress.gov.

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