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- H.R.4700
H.R.4700: Merrill's Marauders Congressional Gold Medal Act
About This Bill
- Introduced March 3, 2016
- Latest Major Action March 3, 2016
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
9 (5 Democrats, 4 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Merrill's Marauders Congressional Gold Medal Act This bill directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the award, on behalf of the Congress, of a single gold medal of appropriate design to the 5307th Composite Unit (Provisional), commonly known as Merrill's Marauders, in recognition of their bravery and outstanding service in the jungles of Burma during World War II. Following...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| March 3, 2016 |
Referred to House Administration
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| March 3, 2016 |
Referred to House Financial Services
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| March 3, 2016 |
Introduced in the House by Peter T. King (R-N.Y.) |