Bill > HR5715

This bill proposes to award a Congressional Gold Medal to American hostages and victims of the October 7th, 2023 Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel, recognizing their suffering and sacrifice. The bill details the horrific events of that day, including the killing of over 1,200 people (including at least 30 Americans), the abduction of 251 individuals (12 of whom were American citizens), and the brutal conditions endured by hostages in Hamas tunnels. The legislation authorizes the Speaker of the House and the Senate President pro tempore to present a gold medal designed by the Secretary of the Treasury, which will subsequently be displayed at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia. The bill also allows for the striking and sale of duplicate bronze medals to cover production costs, and classifies these medals as national medals and numismatic items. The costs of creating the medals will be charged against the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund, with proceeds from duplicate medal sales being deposited back into the same fund. The bill highlights the extraordinary courage of civilians, soldiers, and first responders who fought to protect others during the attack, and emphasizes the resilience of the hostages' families in advocating for their loved ones.

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