National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Extension Act
Summary
The National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Extension Act aims to extend the legislative authority of the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs. Specifically, it amends Public Law 115-275 to extend the deadline for the memorial's establishment. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and reported with an amendment.
Expected Effects
This act will extend the time frame for the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation to establish a memorial. This extension provides more time for fundraising, design, and construction. Without the extension, the authority to establish the memorial would expire.
Potential Benefits
- Allows more time for the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation to complete the memorial.
- Honors the contributions and sacrifices of emergency medical services personnel.
- Provides a place for remembrance and reflection for families and communities.
- Potentially increases awareness of the importance of emergency medical services.
- Could stimulate local economic activity related to the memorial's construction and tourism.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Potential delays in the memorial's completion if the extended deadline is not met.
- Possible cost overruns associated with the extended timeline.
- Limited direct impact on other areas beyond memorial establishment.
- The extension itself does not guarantee the memorial's successful completion; it only provides more time.
- May divert resources from other pressing needs within the emergency medical services community.
Constitutional Alignment
The act aligns with the general welfare clause of the Constitution, as it aims to honor and recognize a group of public servants. Article I, Section 8 grants Congress the power to legislate for the general welfare. The establishment of a memorial does not infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).