Bill > HR6990

This bill, the Doris Miller Congressional Gold Medal Act, authorizes the posthumous presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to Doris Miller, an African-American U.S. Navy sailor who was recognized for his acts of valor during the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. The bill outlines Doris Miller's heroic actions, including manning a machine gun and assisting his wounded captain, despite having no prior training. After receiving the Navy Cross for his bravery, Doris Miller later died in action in 1943. The bill directs the Secretary of the Treasury to design and strike the gold medal, which will then be given to the Smithsonian Institution for display and research. The Secretary is also authorized to sell bronze duplicates of the medal.