HR-6812 : Still Just a Bill

H.R. 6812, the "Fire Island AIDS Memorial Act," allows the Pines Foundation to establish and maintain a memorial at Fire Island National Seashore to honor residents of Fire Island who died of AIDS.

• Purpose: The memorial will honor and remember Fire Island Pines and Cherry Grove residents who died from AIDS and educate future generations about the epidemic's impact.
• Funding: The bill prohibits the use of federal funds for the memorial's design, procurement, installation, or maintenance. However, the Director of the National Park Service may accept non-federal funds for these purposes.
• Location: The Director may allow the memorial to be located along the walkway between Fire Island Pines and Cherry Grove, adjacent to the Carrington House.
• Design Approval: The final design of the memorial is subject to the approval of the Director of the National Park Service.