Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2024

9/26/2024, 11:30 AM

Summary of Bill S 815

Bill 118 s 815, also known as the Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2024, 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 bravery and dedication of these women, who faced many challenges and discrimination during their service. It highlights their contributions to the war effort and their role in breaking down barriers for women in the military.

If passed, the Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2024 would honor these women for their service and sacrifice, ensuring that their contributions to the war effort are never forgotten. It serves as a reminder of the important role that women have played in the history of the US military and the country as a whole.

Congressional Summary of S 815

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.

Current Status of Bill S 815

Bill S 815 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 15, 2023. Bill S 815 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 15, 2023.  Bill S 815's most recent activity was Held at the desk. as of September 25, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 815

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
67
Democrat Cosponsors
43
Republican Cosponsors
22
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 815

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 S 815

Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2024Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2024Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2023A bill to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the female telephone operators of the Army Signal Corps, known as the "Hello Girls".
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