H.R.1376: To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide for the award of the Purple Heart to members of the Armed Forces killed or wounded due to friendly fire while engaged in peacekeeping activities.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 104th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about international affairs
  • Introduced April 3, 1995
  • Latest Major Action Nov. 1, 1995

Bill Summary

Makes eligible for the award of the Purple Heart members of the armed forces killed or wounded on or after January 1, 1994, by weapon fire while engaged in a peacekeeping activity.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
Referred to the House Committee on National Security.
Executive Comment Requested from DOD.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
April 3, 1995

Introduced in the House by Julian C. Dixon (D-Calif.)

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