Merrill’s Marauders Congressional Gold Medal Act

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HR 906

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Jan 30, 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 Burma Conflicts and wars Congressional tributes Military history Military personnel and dependents Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers Smithsonian Institution

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Merrill's Marauders Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill directs Congress to award a Congressional Gold Medal 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 (Myanmar) during World War II.

Following its award, the gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution where it shall be displayed and made available for research.

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Jan 30, 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.
Jan 30, 2019

Introduced in House

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