David J. DeJongeDavid J. DeJongeCitizen‑led, no‑lobbyist work to honor the last witnesses.
| Year | Bill / Public Law | What it did | Sponsor(s) | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Public Law 113‑212 — World War I American Veterans Centennial Commemorative Coin Act | Authorized a commemorative coin program to fund WWI remembrance and memorial efforts. | Rep. Doug Lamborn | Congress.gov |
| 2014 | Public Law 113‑291 §3091 — NDAA | Designated Pershing Park as the site of the National World War I Memorial; authorized enhancement of the General Pershing Commemorative Work. | — | Congress.gov |
| 2011 | D.C. WWI Memorial — Restoration | Restored the original Doric temple on the Mall (between the Lincoln and WWII Memorials), returning it to public remembrance. | — | NPS |
| Year | Measure | Purpose | Sponsor(s) | Status | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | H.R. 482 — Frank Buckles World War I Memorial Act | Rededicate the D.C. War Memorial as both the District and a National WWI Memorial. | Rep. Ted Poe (and 50+ co‑sponsors) | Introduced; referred to Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests & Public Lands. | Congress.gov |
| 2011 | S. Con. Res. 5 | Authorize use of the Capitol Rotunda to honor Frank W. Buckles. | Sen. Jay Rockefeller; Sen. Joe Manchin; with bipartisan co‑sponsors | Referred to Senate Rules & Administration. | Congress.gov |
| 2011 | S. Con. Res. 10 | Authorize the remains of Frank W. Buckles to lie in honor in the Capitol Rotunda. | — | Referred to committee. | LegiScan |
Note: These efforts advanced without paid lobbyists, relying on first‑hand testimony, public education, and sustained citizen advocacy.