Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2024-03-07T08:15:21Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1572 Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/7/2024, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1572

Bill 118 HR 1572, also known as the Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation that aims to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the women who served as telephone operators in the US Army Signal Corps during World War I. These women, known as the "Hello Girls," played a crucial role in the war effort by connecting calls between military personnel and headquarters.

The bill recognizes the Hello Girls for their bravery, dedication, and service to their country during a time of great need. It acknowledges the challenges they faced as women in a male-dominated field and honors their contributions to the war effort.

If passed, the Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2023 would award a Congressional Gold Medal to the Hello Girls or their descendants in recognition of their service. This prestigious award is the highest civilian honor bestowed by the US Congress and serves as a symbol of gratitude and respect for the sacrifices made by these women during World War I. Overall, this bill seeks to honor the legacy of the Hello Girls and ensure that their contributions to the war effort are remembered and celebrated for generations to come.

Congressional Summary of HR 1572

Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2023

This bill provides for the award of a single Congressional Gold Medal in honor of the female telephone operators of the Army Signal Corps, commonly known as the Hello Girls, in recognition of their military service, devotion to duty, and 60-year struggle for veterans' benefits and recognition as soldiers.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1572

Bill HR 1572 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 14, 2023. Bill HR 1572 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 14, 2023. Bill HR 1572'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 March 14, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1572

Total Number of Sponsors

Democrat Sponsors

Republican Sponsors

Unaffiliated Sponsors

Total Number of Cosponsors

158

Democrat Cosponsors

122

Republican Cosponsors

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1572

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

Congressional tributesMilitary historyMonuments and memorialsMuseums, exhibitions, cultural centersSmithsonian InstitutionTelephone and wireless communicationVeterans' organizations and recognitionWomen's employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1572

Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2023Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2023To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the female telephone operators of the Army Signal Corps, known as the "Hello Girls".

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