Congress 114 - HR 2992 - Merchant Marine of World War II Congressional Gold Medal Act

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Armed Forces and National Security Conflicts and wars Congressional tributes Marine and inland water transportation Military history Transportation employees

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Merchant Marine of World War II Congressional Gold Medal Act

(Sec. 3) This bill requires the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the award, on behalf of Congress, of a single gold medal to the U.S. Merchant Marine of World War II, in recognition of their dedicated and vital service during World War II.

Following its award the medal shall be given to the American Merchant Marine Museum where it will be available for display and research.

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Dec 1, 2016

Received in the Senate.
Nov 30, 2016

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Nov 30, 2016

On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text of measure as passed: CR H7018)
Nov 30, 2016

Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.(text of measure as passed: CR H7018)
Nov 30, 2016

DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2992.
Nov 30, 2016

Mr. Huizenga (MI) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
Nov 30, 2016

Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7018-7020)
Jul 9, 2015

Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Jul 9, 2015

Introduced in House

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