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To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to E. Royce Williams for acts of valor during the Korean War.
12/30/2022, 8:03 AM
Summary of Bill HR 5909
Bill 117 hr 5909, also known as the "E. Royce Williams 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 E. Royce Williams for his acts of valor during the Korean War. E. Royce Williams is a veteran who demonstrated exceptional bravery and courage during his service in the Korean War, and this bill aims to recognize and honor his extraordinary actions.
The Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration that can be awarded to members of the United States Armed Forces, and it is reserved for those who have displayed conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of their own lives above and beyond the call of duty. E. Royce Williams' actions during the Korean War clearly meet these criteria, and this bill seeks to ensure that he receives the recognition he deserves for his heroic deeds.
If passed, this legislation would allow E. Royce Williams to join the ranks of the many brave men and women who have been awarded the Medal of Honor for their selfless acts of valor in service to their country. It is a fitting tribute to a true American hero, and it serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by those who have served in the armed forces to protect and defend the freedoms that we hold dear.
The Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration that can be awarded to members of the United States Armed Forces, and it is reserved for those who have displayed conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of their own lives above and beyond the call of duty. E. Royce Williams' actions during the Korean War clearly meet these criteria, and this bill seeks to ensure that he receives the recognition he deserves for his heroic deeds.
If passed, this legislation would allow E. Royce Williams to join the ranks of the many brave men and women who have been awarded the Medal of Honor for their selfless acts of valor in service to their country. It is a fitting tribute to a true American hero, and it serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by those who have served in the armed forces to protect and defend the freedoms that we hold dear.
Congressional Summary of HR 5909
This bill authorizes the President to award the Medal of Honor to E. Royce Williams for acts of valor as a lieutenant in the Navy, on November 18, 1952.
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Current Status of Bill HR 5909
Bill HR 5909 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 5, 2021. Bill HR 5909 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on November 5, 2021. Bill HR 5909's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of November 5, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5909
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5909
Primary Policy Focus
Potential Impact Areas
- Private Legislation
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5909
To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to E. Royce Williams for acts of valor during the Korean War.
To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to E. Royce Williams for acts of valor during the Korean War.
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