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Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds Congressional Gold Medal Act
12/15/2023, 3:57 PM
Summary of Bill HR 2800
Bill 118 hr 2800, also known as the Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds Congressional Gold Medal Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to honor the heroic actions of Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds during World War II.
Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds was a member of the United States Army who bravely stood up to the Nazis during his time as a prisoner of war in Germany. When he and his fellow soldiers were ordered to identify the Jewish soldiers among them, Edmonds refused to comply, declaring that they were all American soldiers and should be treated as such. His courageous act of defiance saved the lives of approximately 200 Jewish soldiers.
The bill seeks to award Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds with the Congressional Gold Medal, the highest civilian honor that Congress can bestow. This medal is reserved for individuals who have made significant contributions to American society and culture. By awarding Edmonds with this prestigious honor, Congress hopes to recognize his bravery and selflessness in the face of extreme adversity. Overall, the Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds Congressional Gold Medal Act is a bipartisan effort to honor a true American hero and ensure that his legacy lives on for future generations.
Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds was a member of the United States Army who bravely stood up to the Nazis during his time as a prisoner of war in Germany. When he and his fellow soldiers were ordered to identify the Jewish soldiers among them, Edmonds refused to comply, declaring that they were all American soldiers and should be treated as such. His courageous act of defiance saved the lives of approximately 200 Jewish soldiers.
The bill seeks to award Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds with the Congressional Gold Medal, the highest civilian honor that Congress can bestow. This medal is reserved for individuals who have made significant contributions to American society and culture. By awarding Edmonds with this prestigious honor, Congress hopes to recognize his bravery and selflessness in the face of extreme adversity. Overall, the Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds Congressional Gold Medal Act is a bipartisan effort to honor a true American hero and ensure that his legacy lives on for future generations.
Congressional Summary of HR 2800
Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds Congressional Gold Medal Act
This bill provides for the posthumous award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Roddie Edmonds in recognition of his achievements and heroic actions during World War II.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2800
Bill HR 2800 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 24, 2023. Bill HR 2800 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 24, 2023. Bill HR 2800's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of April 24, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2800
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
58Democrat Cosponsors
22Republican Cosponsors
36Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2800
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2800
Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds Congressional Gold Medal Act
Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds Congressional Gold Medal Act
To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Master Sergeant Rodrick "Roddie" Edmonds in recognition of his heroic actions during World War II.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2800
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