Washington, Sept. 1 -- Representative Blake Moore issued the following press release:
Today, the Hershel "Woody" Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act passed the House of Representatives. Introduced by Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) and Congressman Marc Veasey (D-TX), this legislation is the final legislative step in establishing a location for a monument recognizing America's Medal of Honor recipients on the National Mall. This legislation is named after Woody Williams, the last WWII Medal of Honor recipient to pass away. Congressman Moore spoke on the House floor prior to its passage, and his remarks can be viewed HERE.
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