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MEDAL Act of 2024
9/24/2024, 3:53 AM
Summary of Bill S 5036
The MEDAL Act of 2024, also known as Bill 118 s 5036, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to establish a new medal, known as the Medal of Distinguished Service, to honor individuals who have made significant contributions to the United States in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
The bill outlines the criteria for awarding the Medal of Distinguished Service, which includes demonstrating exceptional leadership, innovation, and impact in their respective fields. The medal is intended to recognize individuals who have made a lasting and positive impact on society through their work in STEM.
In addition to establishing the new medal, the MEDAL Act of 2024 also includes provisions for the creation of a selection committee to review nominations and select recipients of the award. The bill also outlines the process for awarding the medal, including a ceremony to honor the recipients and publicly recognize their achievements. Overall, the MEDAL Act of 2024 aims to highlight the importance of STEM fields and honor individuals who have made significant contributions to these areas. If passed, this legislation would provide a new way to recognize and celebrate the achievements of those who have helped advance science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in the United States.
The bill outlines the criteria for awarding the Medal of Distinguished Service, which includes demonstrating exceptional leadership, innovation, and impact in their respective fields. The medal is intended to recognize individuals who have made a lasting and positive impact on society through their work in STEM.
In addition to establishing the new medal, the MEDAL Act of 2024 also includes provisions for the creation of a selection committee to review nominations and select recipients of the award. The bill also outlines the process for awarding the medal, including a ceremony to honor the recipients and publicly recognize their achievements. Overall, the MEDAL Act of 2024 aims to highlight the importance of STEM fields and honor individuals who have made significant contributions to these areas. If passed, this legislation would provide a new way to recognize and celebrate the achievements of those who have helped advance science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in the United States.
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Current Status of Bill S 5036
Bill S 5036 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 12, 2024. Bill S 5036 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 12, 2024. Bill S 5036's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of September 12, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5036
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 5036
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Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 5036
MEDAL Act of 2024
MEDAL Act of 2024
Monetary Enhancement for Distinguished Active Legends Act of 2024
A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to increase the rate of the special pension payable to Medal of Honor recipients, and for other purposes.
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