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Merrill's Marauders Congressional Gold Medal Act

11/1/2022, 5:32 PM

Congressional Summary of S 743

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.

Current Status of Bill S 743

Bill S 743 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 12, 2019. Bill S 743 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the Senate on March 12, 2019.  Bill S 743's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 116-170. as of October 17, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 743

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
76
Democrat Cosponsors
33
Republican Cosponsors
42
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
1

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 743

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Asia
- Burma
- Conflicts and wars
- Congressional tributes
- Military history
- Military personnel and dependents
- Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers
- Smithsonian Institution

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 743

Merrill's Marauders Congressional Gold Medal Act
Merrill’s Marauders Congressional Gold Medal Act
Merrill’s Marauders Congressional Gold Medal Act
Merrill's Marauders Congressional Gold Medal Act
Merrill's Marauders Congressional Gold Medal Act
Merrill's Marauders Congressional Gold Medal Act
A 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.

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