H.R. 1209 became law 434 days after introduction, with cosponsors split almost evenly between the parties
To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the World War II members of the "Doolittle Tokyo Raiders", for outstanding heroism, valor, skill, and service to the United States in conducting the bombings of Tokyo.
Written by the Congressional Research Service [2]. 151 words.
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Directs the President pro tempore of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives to arrange for the award, on behalf of Congress, of a gold medal in honor of the members of the 17 Bombardment Group (Medium), who became known as the Doolittle Tokyo Raiders, in recognition of their military service during World War II. Requires the medal to be given to the National Museum of the United States Air Force for display. Expresses the sense of Congress that such Museum should make the medal available for display elsewhere, particularly at locations and events associated with the Doolittle Tokyo Raiders. Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to strike and sell bronze duplicates of the gold medal at a price sufficient to cover the costs of the medals.
- Committees
- House Financial Services Committee
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security: 268 of 6,567 bills became law, 113th–118th (4.1%)
- Sponsor
- 4 of 59 bills enacted since 2013
- Text versions
- 5, from enrolled bill to public law · 834 words
- Subjects
- AsiaConflicts and warsCongressional tributesJapanMilitary historyMilitary personnel and dependents +1 more
- Latest action
- May 23, 2014: Became Public Law No: 113-106.
- Records
- Congress.gov · Bill text
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Related, per CRS or House · 1
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