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A bill to award a Congressional Gold Medal to wildland firefighters in recognition of their strength, resiliency, sacrifice, and service to protect the forests, grasslands, and communities of the United States, and for other purposes.
7/31/2024, 10:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 4687
Bill 118 s 4687, also known as the Wildland Firefighters Congressional Gold Medal Act, is a proposed legislation that aims to honor and recognize the bravery and dedication of wildland firefighters in the United States. These firefighters risk their lives to protect forests, grasslands, and communities from devastating wildfires.
The bill seeks to award a Congressional Gold Medal to these courageous individuals as a symbol of gratitude for their strength, resiliency, sacrifice, and service. The Congressional Gold Medal is one of the highest civilian honors in the United States and is awarded to individuals or groups who have made significant contributions to American society.
The Wildland Firefighters Congressional Gold Medal Act highlights the importance of the work done by wildland firefighters and acknowledges the sacrifices they make to keep our natural landscapes and communities safe. This legislation serves as a way to show appreciation for the selfless service of these individuals and to bring awareness to the vital role they play in protecting our environment and ensuring public safety. Overall, Bill 118 s 4687 is a bipartisan effort to recognize and honor the bravery and dedication of wildland firefighters, who put their lives on the line to protect our nation's forests, grasslands, and communities.
The bill seeks to award a Congressional Gold Medal to these courageous individuals as a symbol of gratitude for their strength, resiliency, sacrifice, and service. The Congressional Gold Medal is one of the highest civilian honors in the United States and is awarded to individuals or groups who have made significant contributions to American society.
The Wildland Firefighters Congressional Gold Medal Act highlights the importance of the work done by wildland firefighters and acknowledges the sacrifices they make to keep our natural landscapes and communities safe. This legislation serves as a way to show appreciation for the selfless service of these individuals and to bring awareness to the vital role they play in protecting our environment and ensuring public safety. Overall, Bill 118 s 4687 is a bipartisan effort to recognize and honor the bravery and dedication of wildland firefighters, who put their lives on the line to protect our nation's forests, grasslands, and communities.
Current Status of Bill S 4687
Bill S 4687 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 11, 2024. Bill S 4687 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 11, 2024. Bill S 4687's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of July 11, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4687
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
22Democrat Cosponsors
10Republican Cosponsors
10Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4687
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4687
A bill to award a Congressional Gold Medal to wildland firefighters in recognition of their strength, resiliency, sacrifice, and service to protect the forests, grasslands, and communities of the United States, and for other purposes.
A bill to award a Congressional Gold Medal to wildland firefighters in recognition of their strength, resiliency, sacrifice, and service to protect the forests, grasslands, and communities of the United States, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 4687
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