Doris Miller Congressional Gold Medal Act

The Doris Miller Congressional Gold Medal Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 1252, is a piece of legislation that aims to award the Congressional Gold Medal to Doris "Dorie" Miller posthumously. Doris Miller was a hero during the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941, where he bravely manned an anti-aircraft gun and helped defend his ship, the USS West Virginia, from Japanese aircraft.

The bill recognizes Miller's bravery and contributions to the United States Navy during World War II. It acknowledges his actions as a symbol of the courage and sacrifice of African American service members during a time of segregation and discrimination in the military.

If passed, the Doris Miller Congressional Gold Medal Act will honor Miller's legacy and ensure that his heroic actions are remembered and celebrated for generations to come. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a way to pay tribute to a true American hero.