Kyle H. Rittenhouse Congressional Gold Medal Act

Bill 117 HR 6070, also known as the Kyle H. Rittenhouse Congressional Gold Medal Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to award Kyle H. Rittenhouse, a teenager from Illinois, with the Congressional Gold Medal for his actions during a protest in Kenosha, Wisconsin in August 2020.

During the protest, Rittenhouse shot and killed two people and injured a third. He claimed self-defense and was later acquitted of all charges in a highly publicized trial. The bill seeks to recognize Rittenhouse for what some believe to be his bravery and actions in defending himself during the protest.

The Congressional Gold Medal is one of the highest civilian honors in the United States and is awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to American society. If passed, this bill would award Rittenhouse with this prestigious honor. Supporters of the bill argue that Rittenhouse acted in self-defense and should be recognized for his actions. Critics, however, believe that awarding him with the Congressional Gold Medal would be inappropriate and send the wrong message. As of now, the bill is still in the early stages of the legislative process and it remains to be seen whether it will gain enough support to pass in Congress.