(1) It is the intent of the Legislature to memorialize the sacrifices and experiences of those captured or missing in combat during the Vietnam War era.
(2) There is established the POW-MIA Vietnam Veterans Bracelet Memorial.
(3) The memorial shall be funded and administered by the Big Bend Chapter 96 of the Vietnam Veterans of America, without appropriation of state funds.
(4) By July 1, 2022, the Department of Management Services shall identify and make an appropriate public area available for the construction and the placement of the POW-MIA Vietnam Veterans Bracelet Memorial in Tallahassee, along South Monroe Street and on or near the premises of the Capitol Complex. The department shall consider recommendations by the Vietnam Veterans of America, and the Florida Historical Commission as required pursuant to ss. 265.111(2) and 267.0612(9), regarding the monument’s design and placement. In addition, the department shall coordinate with the Division of Historical Resources of the Department of State in determining the monument’s design and placement as required under s. 265.111(2).
History.—s. 1, ch. 2021-174.