Defenders of Bataan and Corregidor Congressional Gold Medal Act

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HR 2192

Introduced

Apr 9, 2019

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Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period ...

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Armed Forces and National Security Asia Conflicts and wars Congressional tributes Military history Military personnel and dependents Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers Philippines Smithsonian Institution Veterans' organizations and recognition

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Defenders of Bataan and Corregidor Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill authorizes the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to the troops from the United States and the Philippines who defended Bataan and Corregidor, in recognition of their personal sacrifice and service during World War II.

Following the award, the medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution for display and research.

The U.S. Mint may strike duplicates in bronze.

Medals struck under this bill are considered numismatic items (coins).

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Apr 9, 2019

Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Apr 9, 2019

Introduced in House

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