Save our Allies Congressional Gold Medal Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 7501 Save our Allies Congressional Gold Medal Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/18/2024, 10:22 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7501

Bill 118 hr 7501, also known as the Save our Allies Congressional Gold Medal Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the Afghan Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) recipients, who have served alongside US forces in Afghanistan.

The bill recognizes the bravery and sacrifice of these Afghan allies, who have risked their lives to support US troops and missions in Afghanistan. It aims to honor their contributions and show gratitude for their service.

The Congressional Gold Medal is one of the highest civilian honors in the United States, and awarding it to the Afghan SIV recipients would symbolize the nation's appreciation for their loyalty and dedication. The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of honoring these allies. It is seen as a way to uphold American values of loyalty and gratitude, and to demonstrate a commitment to standing by those who have stood by us in times of need. Overall, the Save our Allies Congressional Gold Medal Act is a bipartisan effort to recognize and honor the Afghan SIV recipients for their service and sacrifice in support of US forces in Afghanistan.

Congressional Summary of HR 7501

Save our Allies Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill provides for the presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to Chad Robichaux, Sarah Verardo, Tim Kennedy, Kevin Rourke, Sean Gabler, Dave Johnson, and Dennis Price, in recognition of their exceptional efforts and selfless dedication during the Afghanistan evacuation in 2021, which led the safe evacuation of over 17,000 people from Taliban-controlled Afghanistan.

Following the presentation of the gold medal, the gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution for display and research.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7501

Bill HR 7501 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 29, 2024. Bill HR 7501 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 29, 2024. Bill HR 7501'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 February 29, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7501

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7501

Save our Allies Congressional Gold Medal ActTo award a Congressional Gold Medal to Chad Robichaux, Sarah Verardo, Tim Kennedy, Kevin Rourke, Sean Gabler, Dave Johnson, and Dennis Price, in recognition of their exceptional efforts and selfless dedication during the Afghanistan evacuation in 2021, which led to the safe evacuation of over 17,000 people from Taliban-controlled Afghanistan.Save our Allies Congressional Gold Medal Act

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