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Wildland Firefighters Congressional Gold Medal Act

January 16, 2025

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Where This Stands

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

Last action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (text: CR S231-232)Jan 16, 2025
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What this does

The bill initiates the formal process to grant a Congressional Gold Medal to wildland firefighters, which serves as a national recognition of their professional service.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Wildland firefighters

They are the designated recipients of the proposed Congressional Gold Medal.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This bill proposes awarding the Congressional Gold Medal to wildland firefighters in recognition of their service and contributions. The legislation is currently in the early stages of the federal legislative process.

Key Facts

  • The bill proposes the issuance of a Congressional Gold Medal to wildland firefighters.
  • The bill has been read twice in the Senate.
  • The bill has been referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs for further consideration.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Congressional Gold Medal?
It is one of the highest civilian awards in the United States, bestowed by Congress to honor individuals or groups for distinguished achievements and contributions.
What is the current status of this bill?
The bill has been introduced, , and referred to the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.

Why It Matters

The bill initiates the formal process to grant a Congressional Gold Medal to wildland firefighters, which serves as a national recognition of their professional service.

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