A bill proposed by Senator Scott Wilk, R- Santa Clarita, that would create a state memorial in honor of California residents who have died in the fight against terrorism was passed in committee on Tuesday.

The Senate Committee on Governmental Organization unanimously passed Senate Bill 1452, a bill aimed at creating an official state memorial for Californians who have been killed fighting in support of the Global War on Terror.

“The committee’s decision today was an encouraging sign for California’s bravest men and women, their families and friends that the sacrifices of those who paid the ultimate price may soon be eternally memorialized,” said Wilk. “Nearly 800 of Californians have given their lives on the battlefields of the Middle East since September 11.”

The bill would create a committee of experts to study the best practices for the development, funding and construction of a War on Terror memorial in the State Capitol Park.

“Memorializing these brave California heroes is the least we can do and I am proud that the committee has recognized the importance of this step with their votes,” said Wilk. “There is no denying that these Californians paid the greatest price for us all and that their actions are deserving of our highest appreciation, respect and, certainly, of a memorial in our State Capitol Park.”

Senate Bill 1452 is set to be heard in the Senate Committee on Appropriations before moving on to the Senate Floor for a full vote.

“This bill is the first step toward creating a memorial to forever recognize these warriors and to display the gratitude we all have for their selfless sacrifice in the name of freedom,” said Wilk.

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