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761st Tank Battalion Congressional Gold Medal Act
3/17/2025, 1:08 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1628
Bill 119 hr 1628, also known as the Congressional Gold Medal Act, aims to honor the 761st Tank Battalion for their significant contributions during World War II. The 761st Tank Battalion, comprised of African American soldiers, played a crucial role in the success of Allied forces in Europe. They were the first Black soldiers to go to war as part of an American armored unit, breaking barriers and setting an example for future generations.
The bill seeks to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 761st Tank Battalion as a collective recognition of their bravery, sacrifice, and dedication to their country. This prestigious award is reserved for individuals or groups who have made a lasting impact on American history and society.
By honoring the 761st Tank Battalion with the Congressional Gold Medal, this bill aims to ensure that their contributions are not forgotten and that their legacy continues to inspire future generations. It serves as a reminder of the importance of diversity and inclusion in the military and the broader society. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1628 is a bipartisan effort to recognize and celebrate the achievements of the 761st Tank Battalion and to pay tribute to their invaluable service to the United States during a pivotal moment in history.
The bill seeks to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 761st Tank Battalion as a collective recognition of their bravery, sacrifice, and dedication to their country. This prestigious award is reserved for individuals or groups who have made a lasting impact on American history and society.
By honoring the 761st Tank Battalion with the Congressional Gold Medal, this bill aims to ensure that their contributions are not forgotten and that their legacy continues to inspire future generations. It serves as a reminder of the importance of diversity and inclusion in the military and the broader society. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1628 is a bipartisan effort to recognize and celebrate the achievements of the 761st Tank Battalion and to pay tribute to their invaluable service to the United States during a pivotal moment in history.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1628
Bill HR 1628 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 26, 2025. Bill HR 1628 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 26, 2025. Bill HR 1628'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 February 26, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1628
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
3Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
17Democrat Cosponsors
3Republican Cosponsors
14Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1628
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1628
To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the 761st Tank Battalion, collectively, in recognition of their crucial role in the success of Allied forces in Europe and for the example they set as the first Black soldiers to go to war as part of an American armored unit.
To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the 761st Tank Battalion, collectively, in recognition of their crucial role in the success of Allied forces in Europe and for the example they set as the first Black soldiers to go to war as part of an American armored unit.
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