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H.R.2553: Atomic Veterans Service Medal Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about armed forces and national security
- Introduced May 21, 2009
- Latest Major Action June 8, 2009
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
17 (8 Democrats, 10 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Atomic Veterans Service Medal Act - Directs the Secretary of Defense (DOD) to: (1) design and produce a military service medal, to be known as the Atomic Veterans Service Medal, to honor retired and former members of the Armed Forces who participated in a radiation-risk activity while serving on active duty; and (2) issue the Medal to such veterans or their next-of-kin.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
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May 21, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Todd Tiahrt (R-Kan.) |