USS Frank E. Evans Act
Summary
The USS Frank E. Evans Act aims to include the names of the 74 crew members of the USS Frank E. Evans, who died on June 3, 1969, on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C. The bill requires the Secretary of Defense to authorize the inclusion within one year of the Act's enactment. It also mandates consultation with the Secretary of the Interior, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund, and other relevant authorities to address space limitations.
Expected Effects
If enacted, this bill will ensure that the names of the USS Frank E. Evans crew members are added to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall. This will provide long-overdue recognition for their service and sacrifice. The bill also exempts the inclusion from the Commemorative Works Act, streamlining the process.
Potential Benefits
- Provides recognition to the 74 crew members of the USS Frank E. Evans who died in service.
- Offers closure and healing to the families and friends of the deceased.
- Honors the sacrifices made during the Vietnam War.
- Streamlines the process by exempting the project from the Commemorative Works Act.
- Enhances the completeness and accuracy of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential costs associated with adding the names to the memorial wall, although likely minimal.
- Possible need for adjustments to the existing memorial layout to accommodate the additional names.
- May open the door for other similar requests, potentially leading to future space constraints.
- Could spark debate about the criteria for inclusion on the memorial wall.
- No significant disadvantages are anticipated.
Constitutional Alignment
This bill appears to align with the spirit of the Constitution, particularly the Preamble's goal to "insure domestic Tranquility" and "promote the general Welfare" by honoring those who served in the military. While there is no specific constitutional provision mandating the creation or modification of war memorials, Congress's power to raise and support armies (Article I, Section 8) implies the ability to honor those who serve.
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).