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HR4901FEDERALFederal Billin committee

House bill proposes Congressional Gold Medal for World War II nurses

Original title: WWII Nurses Congressional Gold Medal Act

Last action · August 5, 2025: Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

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What This Bill Would Do

This bill authorizes the awarding of a to the nurses who served in the United States Armed Forces during World War II. The medal would recognize their collective service and contributions to the war effort.

Why it matters

This legislation seeks to provide formal federal recognition to a specific group of military veterans who served in the nursing corps during the Second World War.

Who It Would Affect

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World War II nurses

This group is the designated recipient of the proposed Congressional Gold Medal.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Congressional Gold Medal?
It is one of the highest civilian honors in the United States, awarded by Congress to recognize individuals or groups for distinguished achievements and contributions.
Has this bill become law?
No, as of August 5, 2025, the bill has only been introduced and s for consideration.

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Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Last action
Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.Aug 5, 2025

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Connected Entities

United States Access Board, Ms. Bush, Health Resources and Services Administration and 3 more
OrganizationUnited States Access Board“Established standards for accessible medical diagnostic equipment”Map →
PersonMs. Bush“Primary sponsor of the bill”Map →
OrganizationHealth Resources and Services Administration“Agency through which the Secretary would award grants”Map →
OrganizationDepartment of Health and Human Services“Responsible for administering the proposed grant program”Map →
OrganizationCommittee on Financial Services“Committee to which the bill was referred”Map →
OrganizationCommittee on House Administration“Committee to which the bill was referred”Map →

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