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Congress proposes Gold Medal for the 761st Tank Battalion

Original title: 761st Tank Battalion Congressional Gold Medal Act

February 26, 2025

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Where This Stands

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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.Feb 26, 2025

Lead sponsor

H. Griffith

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The Frame

What this does

The is the highest expression of national appreciation for distinguished achievements and contributions by individuals or institutions.

Who is mentioned in the record

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761st Tank Battalion

The unit is the proposed recipient of the Congressional Gold Medal.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This bill proposes awarding the to the 761st Tank Battalion, a segregated U.S. Army unit that served during World War II, to honor their distinguished service.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Congressional Gold Medal?

It is an award bestowed by the United States Congress to honor those who have performed an achievement that has an impact on American history and culture.

What is the 761st Tank Battalion?

The 761st Tank Battalion was a segregated African American tank unit that served with distinction during World War II.

Why It Matters

The is the highest expression of national appreciation for distinguished achievements and contributions by individuals or institutions.

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Commemorative Legislation

The bill continues the legislative practice of using the Congressional Gold Medal to recognize historical military contributions.

761st Tank Battalion

Connected Entities

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organization761st Tank Battalion“The segregated U.S. Army unit proposed for the Congressional Gold Medal.”Map →

personMs. Titus Map →

personMr. Grothman Map →

personMr. Pocan Map →

personMr. Griffith Map →

personMs. Craig Map →

organizationCommittee on Financial Services“Committee assigned to review the bill.”Map →

organizationCommittee on House Administration“Committee assigned to review the bill.”Map →

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