To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Jens Stoltenberg, in recognition of his contributions to the security, unity, and defense of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.

1/10/2025, 9:20 AM
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Bill 119 HR 269, also known as the Congressional Gold Medal for Jens Stoltenberg, aims to honor the contributions of Jens Stoltenberg to the security, unity, and defense of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Stoltenberg has served as the Secretary General of NATO since 2014, and during his tenure, he has played a crucial role in strengthening the alliance and promoting cooperation among member countries.

The bill recognizes Stoltenberg's efforts in leading NATO through challenging times, including addressing security threats from Russia, combating terrorism, and promoting transatlantic unity. Stoltenberg's leadership has been instrumental in enhancing NATO's capabilities and ensuring the alliance remains a cornerstone of international security.

If passed, this bill would award Stoltenberg with the Congressional Gold Medal, one of the highest civilian honors in the United States, in recognition of his dedication and commitment to advancing the goals and values of NATO. The bill highlights the importance of Stoltenberg's leadership in promoting peace, security, and cooperation among member countries, and acknowledges his significant contributions to the defense and unity of the alliance.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 269

Introduced on
2025-01-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
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Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Bill 119 HR 269, also known as the Congressional Gold Medal for Jens Stoltenberg, aims to honor the contributions of Jens Stoltenberg to the security, unity, and defense of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Stoltenberg has served as the Secretary General of NATO since 2014, and during his tenure, he has played a crucial role in strengthening the alliance and promoting cooperation among member countries.

The bill recognizes Stoltenberg's efforts in leading NATO through challenging times, including addressing security threats from Russia, combating terrorism, and promoting transatlantic unity. Stoltenberg's leadership has been instrumental in enhancing NATO's capabilities and ensuring the alliance remains a cornerstone of international security.

If passed, this bill would award Stoltenberg with the Congressional Gold Medal, one of the highest civilian honors in the United States, in recognition of his dedication and commitment to advancing the goals and values of NATO. The bill highlights the importance of Stoltenberg's leadership in promoting peace, security, and cooperation among member countries, and acknowledges his significant contributions to the defense and unity of the alliance.
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Official Title as IntroducedTo award a Congressional Gold Medal to Jens Stoltenberg, in recognition of his contributions to the security, unity, and defense of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.

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Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.