Hmong Congressional Gold Medal Act

12/29/2022, 5:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8110

Bill 117 HR 8110, also known as the Hmong Congressional Gold Medal Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the Hmong veterans of the Vietnam War. The Hmong people, an ethnic group from Laos, played a crucial role in supporting the United States during the Vietnam War by assisting in covert operations and rescuing downed American pilots.

The bill recognizes the sacrifices and contributions of the Hmong veterans and seeks to honor their service by awarding them the Congressional Gold Medal, which is one of the highest civilian honors in the United States. The medal is intended to serve as a symbol of gratitude and appreciation for the bravery and loyalty of the Hmong veterans who risked their lives to support the United States during the Vietnam War.

The Hmong Congressional Gold Medal Act has garnered bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of honoring the Hmong veterans for their service. The bill has passed both the House of Representatives and the Senate and is awaiting the President's signature to become law. Overall, the Hmong Congressional Gold Medal Act is a significant piece of legislation that seeks to recognize and honor the contributions of the Hmong veterans of the Vietnam War. It highlights the importance of acknowledging the sacrifices made by all individuals who have served and supported the United States in times of conflict.

Congressional Summary of HR 8110

Hmong Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to the Hmong people in recognition of their highly distinguished service in the Vietnam War and the fight against communism.

Current Status of Bill HR 8110

Bill HR 8110 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 16, 2022. Bill HR 8110 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 16, 2022.  Bill HR 8110's most recent activity was Referred 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. as of June 16, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8110

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
92
Democrat Cosponsors
32
Republican Cosponsors
60
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8110

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8110

Hmong Congressional Gold Medal ActHmong Congressional Gold Medal ActTo award a Congressional Gold Medal to the Hmong people, in recognition of their highly distinguished service in the Vietnam war and the fight against communism.
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