Doris Miller Congressional Gold Medal Act
4/4/2025, 5:08 AMSummary of Bill HR 2336
Bill 119 hr 2336, also known as the Doris Miller Congressional Gold Medal Act, aims to honor the heroic actions of Doris Miller, a member of the United States Navy during World War II. The bill proposes to award Miller with a Congressional Gold Medal posthumously in recognition of his acts of valor.Doris Miller was a mess attendant on the USS West Virginia during the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. Despite not being trained in combat, Miller displayed incredible bravery and heroism during the attack. He manned an anti-aircraft gun and helped move injured sailors to safety, all while under heavy fire from Japanese forces.
Miller's actions were instrumental in defending his ship and his fellow sailors during the attack. His bravery and selflessness have been widely recognized and celebrated in the years since the attack on Pearl Harbor. The Congressional Gold Medal is one of the highest civilian honors that can be awarded by the United States Congress. It is given to individuals who have made significant contributions to American society and culture. By awarding Doris Miller with this prestigious honor, the bill seeks to pay tribute to his courage and sacrifice during World War II. Overall, the Doris Miller Congressional Gold Medal Act is a bipartisan effort to recognize and honor a true American hero. It highlights the importance of honoring the sacrifices and bravery of individuals like Doris Miller who have served their country with distinction.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2336
Bill HR 2336 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 25, 2025. Bill HR 2336 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 25, 2025. Bill HR 2336'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 25, 2025Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2336
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To award posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal to Doris Miller, in recognition of his acts of valor while a member of the United States Navy during World War II.To award posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal to Doris Miller, in recognition of his acts of valor while a member of the United States Navy during World War II.Comments
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