To authorize the establishment of memorials to the Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in the Battle of Antietam and the Second Battle of Bull Run, and for other purposes.

House Bill

H.R. 7495

119th Congress

To authorize the establishment of memorials to the Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in the Battle of Antietam and the Second Battle of Bull Run, and for other purposes.

In Committee

Introduced:Feb 11, 2026

Primary Sponsor

Scott Fitzgerald

R - WI

Cosponsors

0

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Policy Area

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Summary

This bill would authorize the creation of memorial monuments honoring Wisconsin soldiers who fought in two major Civil War battles: Antietam (September 1862) and the Second Battle of Bull Run (August 1862). These memorials would be established at the respective national battlefield sites to recognize the sacrifice and service of Wisconsin infantry units in these historic engagements.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Introduced2/11/2026

StatusReferred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

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To authorize the establishment of memorials to the Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in the Battle of Antietam and the Second Battle of Bull Run, and for other purposes.

This bill would authorize the creation of memorial monuments honoring Wisconsin soldiers who fought in two major Civil War battles: Antietam (September 1862) and the Second Battle of Bull Run (August 1862). These memorials would be established at the respectiv

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This bill would authorize the creation of memorial monuments honoring Wisconsin soldiers who fought in two major Civil War battles: Antietam (September 1862) and the Second Battle of Bull Run (August 1862). These memorials would be established at the respective national battlefield sites to recognize the sacrifice and service of Wisconsin infantry units in these historic engagements.

Bill Number: 7495
Introduced: 2/11/2026
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Policy Area: Public Lands and Natural Resources

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Title: To authorize the establishment of memorials to the Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in the Battle of Antietam and the Second Battle of Bull Run, and for other purposes.
Bill Number: 7495
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Introduced: 2/11/2026
Summary: This bill would authorize the creation of memorial monuments honoring Wisconsin soldiers who fought in two major Civil War battles: Antietam (September 1862) and the Second Battle of Bull Run (August 1862). These memorials would be established at the respective national battlefield sites to recogniz

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill would authorize the creation of memorial monuments honoring Wisconsin soldiers who fought in two major Civil War battles: Antietam (September 1862) and the Second Battle of Bull Run (August 1862). These memorials would be established at the respective national battlefield sites to recognize the sacrifice and service of Wisconsin infantry units in these historic engagements.

Last updated: 2/23/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Authorizes new memorials specifically for Wisconsin soldiers at two Civil War battlefield sites where they fought and suffered casualties
Honors the service of Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men in the Battle of Antietam, one of the bloodiest single days in American history, and the Second Battle of Bull Run
Would add to existing battlefield commemorations at national park sites managed by the National Park Service
Represents an effort to ensure Wisconsin's military contributions to the Civil War are appropriately recognized at these historic locations

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would primarily affect Civil War history preservation efforts and visitors to Antietam and Manassas National Battlefield Parks. Wisconsin residents, veterans' organizations, and Civil War enthusiasts would benefit from enhanced recognition of Wisconsin's military heritage. The memorials would provide educational value for park visitors learning about state-specific contributions to these pivotal battles.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

7495, 119th Congress (2026). "To authorize the establishment of memorials to the Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in the Battle of Antietam and the Second Battle of Bull Run, and for other purposes.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hr-7495