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Committee clears bill to allow Gold Star monument on Capitol grounds
Summary
House Bill 4486 would authorize the state Capital Preservation Commission to permit a Gold Star monument near the state capitol arch; proponents said private donations would cover costs and supporters spoke of honoring Gold Star families.
Senators passed House Bill 4-486 to authorize placement of a Gold Star monument on the state Capitol grounds near the arch.
Senator Hines said funding would come from private donations and that ongoing maintenance would be typical groundskeeping costs. Senators raised broader concerns about Capitol oversight and long-term maintenance obligations for the grounds; one senator said the state has not yet established sufficient oversight structures despite recent large renovation expenditures.
Supporters described the monument as a way to honor Gold Star families and noted the symbols historical origins. The committee approved the measure 7-0.
