HOUSE 865118th CongressReferred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

Honoring the heroic military service, sacrifices, and contributions of veterans from the great State of Texas.

Last Action: 11/13/2023

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2023-02-07Referred 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.
2023-02-07Referred 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.
2023-02-07Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E102)
2023-02-07Introduced in House
2023-02-07Introduced in House

CRS Summary

As of 2023-02-07 (00)

United States Colored Troops Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to the African Americans who served with Union forces in recognition of their bravery and outstanding service during the Civil War.

Cosponsors (8)

Troy Carter (D-LA)
Raúl Grijalva (D-AZ)
Terri Sewell (D-AL)
Donald Beyer (D-VA)
Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL)
Jahana Hayes (D-CT)
Andy Kim (D-NJ)
Gabe Amo (D-RI)

Subjects

Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Military history
Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers
Racial and ethnic relations
Smithsonian Institution
U.S. history

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