James J. Andrews and William H. Campbell Congressional Gold Medal Act

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9/9/2024, 10:38 PM

Summary of Bill HR 9386

Bill 118 hr 9386, also known as the James J. Andrews and William H. Campbell Congressional Gold Medal Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to award the Congressional Gold Medal to James J. Andrews and William H. Campbell for their heroic actions during the Civil War.

James J. Andrews was a civilian who led a daring raid behind enemy lines in April 1862, known as the Andrews Raid or the Great Locomotive Chase. He and a group of Union soldiers stole a Confederate train in an attempt to disrupt enemy supply lines. Although the mission ultimately failed, Andrews' bravery and ingenuity were widely recognized.

William H. Campbell was a Confederate soldier who played a key role in capturing Andrews and his men after the raid. Campbell's quick thinking and decisive actions helped bring an end to the daring escapade and prevent further damage to Confederate forces. The Congressional Gold Medal is the highest civilian honor awarded by the United States Congress. It is given to individuals or groups who have made significant contributions to American society or culture. By awarding the medal to James J. Andrews and William H. Campbell, Congress seeks to honor their bravery and sacrifice during a pivotal moment in American history. Overall, the James J. Andrews and William H. Campbell Congressional Gold Medal Act recognizes the courage and valor of these two individuals and highlights their important roles in the Civil War.

Congressional Summary of HR 9386

James J. Andrews and William H. Campbell Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill provides for the award of a single Congressional Gold Medal in commemoration of James J. Andrews and William H. Campbell to recognize their bravery and devotion during the Civil War as the only civilian members of Andrews’ Raiders, who launched a daring military raid that became known as the Great Locomotive Chase.

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Current Status of Bill HR 9386

Bill HR 9386 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 20, 2024. Bill HR 9386 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on August 20, 2024. Bill HR 9386's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of August 20, 2024

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James J. Andrews and William H. Campbell Congressional Gold Medal Act

To posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to James J. Andrews and William H. Campbell in recognition of their extraordinary bravery and steadfast devotion to the Nation during the Civil War as the only civilian members of Andrews' Raiders, who launched a daring military raid that became known as the "Great Locomotive Chase".