Merrill's Marauders Congressional Gold Medal Act

11/1/2022, 5:32 PM

Merrill's Marauders Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill directs Congress to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the 5307th Composite Unit (Provisional), commonly known as Merrill's Marauders, in recognition of their bravery and outstanding service in the jungles of Burma (Myanmar) during World War II.

Following its award, the gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution, where it shall be displayed and made available for research.

Congress
116
Number
S - 743
Introduced on
2019-03-12
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

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Purpose and Summary

Merrill's Marauders Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill directs Congress to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the 5307th Composite Unit (Provisional), commonly known as Merrill's Marauders, in recognition of their bravery and outstanding service in the jungles of Burma (Myanmar) during World War II.

Following its award, the gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution, where it shall be displayed and made available for research.

Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the soldiers of the 5307th Composite Unit (Provisional), commonly known as "Merrill's Marauders", in recognition of their bravery and outstanding service in the jungles of Burma during World War II.
Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security
Potential Impact
Asia•
Burma•
Conflicts and wars•
Congressional tributes•
Military history•
Military personnel and dependents•
Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers•
Smithsonian Institution

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary10/23/2020

Merrill's Marauders Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill directs Congress to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the 5307th Composite Unit (Provisional), commonly known as Merrill's Marauders, in recognition of their bravery and o...

Latest Action10/17/2020
Became Public Law No: 116-170.