To waive the time limitation specified by law for the award of certain military decorations in order to allow the posthumous award of the congressional medal of honor to Doris Miller for actions while a member of the Navy during World War II.

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Bill Number

HR 1994

Introduced

May 24, 2001

Latest Action

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E2164)

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Topics

Armed Forces and National Security Commemorations Congress Congressional Medal of Honor History Naval personnel World War II

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Summary

Waives certain time limitations with respect to the posthumous award of the Medal of Honor to Doris Miller for acts of heroism during World War II as a member of the United States Navy.

Actions

Nov 28, 2001

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E2164)
Jun 7, 2001

Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Jun 7, 2001

Executive Comment Requested from DOD.
May 24, 2001

Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
May 24, 2001

Introduced in House

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