South Dakota Bidding For National Heroes Garden As Plan Moves Forward

A sweeping federal bill sets aside $40 million to create a National Garden of American Heroes, and South Dakota leaders are pushing to bring it near Mount Rushmore. The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” narrowly passed the House by one vote and includes plans to honor America’s 250th birthday with 250 statues of historic American figures.

By Christal Blue June 18, 2025 11:41 am

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RAPID CITY, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) A massive federal bill includes 40 million dollars to build a National Garden of American Heroes, and South Dakota leaders want it near Mount Rushmore. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act just barely passed in the House by a single vote. It includes plans to celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a statue garden featuring 250 American heroes. Governor Larry Rhoden and Congressman Dusty Johnson have both asked President Trump to consider South Dakota for the site. The bill doesn’t name a location, and it still has to pass the Senate. For more Government stories from MitchellNow.com, Click Here.

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