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To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to Charles R. Johnson for acts of valor during the Korean War while a member of the Army.
12/30/2022, 8:03 AM
Summary of Bill HR 5839
Bill 117 hr 5839, also known as the "Charles R. Johnson Medal of Honor Act," is a piece of legislation that seeks to authorize the President of the United States to award the Medal of Honor to Charles R. Johnson for his acts of valor during the Korean War while serving as a member of the Army.
Charles R. Johnson is being recognized for his exceptional bravery and courage displayed during his service in the Korean War. The Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration awarded by the United States government and is given to individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary acts of valor and selflessness in the face of danger.
If this bill is passed, Charles R. Johnson will be posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions during the Korean War. This recognition serves as a tribute to his service and sacrifice, as well as a reminder of the bravery and dedication of all members of the military who have served their country. Overall, the "Charles R. Johnson Medal of Honor Act" is a bipartisan effort to honor the bravery and sacrifice of Charles R. Johnson and to ensure that his legacy is remembered and celebrated for generations to come.
Charles R. Johnson is being recognized for his exceptional bravery and courage displayed during his service in the Korean War. The Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration awarded by the United States government and is given to individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary acts of valor and selflessness in the face of danger.
If this bill is passed, Charles R. Johnson will be posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions during the Korean War. This recognition serves as a tribute to his service and sacrifice, as well as a reminder of the bravery and dedication of all members of the military who have served their country. Overall, the "Charles R. Johnson Medal of Honor Act" is a bipartisan effort to honor the bravery and sacrifice of Charles R. Johnson and to ensure that his legacy is remembered and celebrated for generations to come.
Congressional Summary of HR 5839
This bill authorizes the President to posthumously award the Medal of Honor to Charles R. Johnson for his acts of valor as a private first class in the Army on June 11 and 12, 1953, during the Korean War.
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Current Status of Bill HR 5839
Bill HR 5839 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 3, 2021. Bill HR 5839 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on November 3, 2021. Bill HR 5839's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of November 3, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5839
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5839
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityPotential Impact Areas
- Asia
- Conflicts and wars
- Military personnel and dependents
- North Korea
- South Korea
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5839
To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to Charles R. Johnson for acts of valor during the Korean War while a member of the Army.
To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to Charles R. Johnson for acts of valor during the Korean War while a member of the Army.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5839
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