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Colonel Young Oak Kim Congressional Gold Medal Act
2/26/2025, 6:53 AM
Summary of Bill HR 819
Bill 119 HR 819, also known as the Colonel Young Oak Kim Congressional Gold Medal Act, aims to honor the late Colonel Young Oak Kim for his exceptional bravery, leadership, and compassion. Colonel Kim was a highly decorated Korean American soldier who served in the United States Army during World War II and the Korean War.
The bill proposes to award Colonel Kim with a Congressional Gold Medal posthumously, as a way to recognize and commemorate his extraordinary contributions to the country. Colonel Kim's heroism and leadership were evident throughout his military career, where he served with distinction and valor, earning numerous awards and accolades for his service.
In addition to his military accomplishments, Colonel Kim was also known for his humanitarian efforts, advocating for the rights and recognition of Korean Americans and other minority groups. His dedication to serving his country and his community exemplifies the values of courage, integrity, and selflessness. If passed, this bill would honor Colonel Young Oak Kim's legacy and ensure that his contributions to the United States are remembered and celebrated for generations to come.
The bill proposes to award Colonel Kim with a Congressional Gold Medal posthumously, as a way to recognize and commemorate his extraordinary contributions to the country. Colonel Kim's heroism and leadership were evident throughout his military career, where he served with distinction and valor, earning numerous awards and accolades for his service.
In addition to his military accomplishments, Colonel Kim was also known for his humanitarian efforts, advocating for the rights and recognition of Korean Americans and other minority groups. His dedication to serving his country and his community exemplifies the values of courage, integrity, and selflessness. If passed, this bill would honor Colonel Young Oak Kim's legacy and ensure that his contributions to the United States are remembered and celebrated for generations to come.
Congressional Summary of HR 819
Colonel Young Oak Kim Congressional Gold Medal Act
This bill provides for the posthumous award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Colonel Young Oak Kim in recognition of his achievements and contributions to heroism, leadership, and humanitarianism.
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Current Status of Bill HR 819
Bill HR 819 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 28, 2025. Bill HR 819 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 28, 2025. Bill HR 819'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 January 28, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 819
Total Number of Sponsors
2Democrat Sponsors
2Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
5Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 819
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 819
To award posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal to Colonel Young Oak Kim in recognition of his extraordinary heroism, leadership, and humanitarianism.
To award posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal to Colonel Young Oak Kim in recognition of his extraordinary heroism, leadership, and humanitarianism.
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