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Introduced
11/14/2023
11/14/2023
In Committee
11/14/2023
11/14/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend title 10, United States Code, to establish the Last Servicemember Standing Medal.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the "Last Servicemember Standing Medal" to be awarded to members of the U.S. armed forces who were the last surviving members of their unit during a combat situation, demonstrated extraordinary heroism in defending the United States, and are recommended for recognition by their commanding officer and at least two peers. The medal can be issued posthumously to the next-of-kin of the eligible service member. The bill also directs the Secretary of Defense to expedite the design of the medal and the implementation of mechanisms to facilitate its issuance.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (22)
Marcy Kaptur (D)*,
Nikki Budzinski (D),
Salud Carbajal (D),
John Carter (R),
Judy Chu (D),
Gerry Connolly (D),
Debbie Dingell (D),
Glenn Ivey (D),
Bill Keating (D),
Greg Landsman (D),
Barbara Lee (D),
Stephen Lynch (D),
Doris Matsui (D),
Grace Meng (D),
Kweisi Mfume (D),
Grace Napolitano (D),
Mike Quigley (D),
Dutch Ruppersberger (D),
Adam Schiff (D),
Marilyn Strickland (D),
Tom Suozzi (D),
Mike Thompson (D),
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. (on 11/14/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/6406/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr6406/BILLS-118hr6406ih.pdf |
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