Donut Dollies Congressional Gold Medal Act

Hozzl · 2025-03-26T02:08:21Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2081 Donut Dollies Congressional Gold Medal Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/26/2025, 2:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2081

Bill 119 hr 2081, also known as the "Donut Dollies" Congressional Gold Medal Act, aims to award a Congressional Gold Medal to members of the Red Cross Supplemental Recreational Activities Overseas (SRAO) program who served during the Vietnam conflict. The SRAO program, affectionately known as the "Donut Dollies," provided support and recreation to American troops stationed in Vietnam.

The bill recognizes the important and often overlooked contributions of the Donut Dollies, who risked their lives to bring a sense of normalcy and comfort to soldiers in a war-torn country. These women volunteered to serve in dangerous and challenging conditions, providing a much-needed morale boost to troops through recreational activities, entertainment, and a listening ear.

The Congressional Gold Medal is one of the highest civilian honors in the United States and is awarded to individuals or groups who have made significant contributions to American society. By awarding the Donut Dollies with this prestigious honor, the bill seeks to acknowledge their selfless service and dedication to supporting American troops during a difficult and tumultuous time in our nation's history. Overall, Bill 119 hr 2081 highlights the bravery and sacrifice of the Donut Dollies and seeks to ensure that their contributions to the Vietnam conflict are remembered and honored for generations to come.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2081

Bill HR 2081 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 11, 2025. Bill HR 2081 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 11, 2025. Bill HR 2081'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 11, 2025

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To award a Congressional Gold Medal to members of the Red Cross Supplemental Recreational Activities Overseas (SRAO) program, also known as the "Donut Dollies", who served honorably during the Vietnam conflict.To award a Congressional Gold Medal to members of the Red Cross Supplemental Recreational Activities Overseas (SRAO) program, also known as the "Donut Dollies", who served honorably during the Vietnam conflict.

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