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Search Results: keywords:"congressional medal of honor"

H. R. 327 — To amend title 18, United States Code, to increase the penalty for fraudulent misrepresentation about the receipt of a military decoration or medal, and for other purposes.
January 09, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:433
H.R. 327, titled the "Valor Earned Not Stolen Act of 2025," proposes changes to the United States Code to increase the penalty for fraudulently claiming to have received military decorations or medals. The bill suggests a penalty increase from one year to three years in...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 327 wants to make it a bigger deal if someone lies about having won a medal for being brave in the military, which could mean spending more time in jail—up to three years! Plus, the people in charge have to check how lying about these medals could help the liars and tell Congress what they find out.
H. RES. 1026 — Supporting the goals and ideals of Black History Month and honoring the outstanding contributions of African-American Congressional Medal of Honor recipients.
February 23, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:404
H. RES. 1026 is a resolution in the United States House of Representatives that supports the goals and ideals of Black History Month. It recognizes the significant impact African Americans have had in U.S. history and specifically honors the African-American recipients of the...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 1026 is like a big thank-you card from the government that honors and celebrates Black History Month and says a special "thank you" to brave African-American soldiers who won a special award called the Congressional Medal of Honor for being really courageous in the military.

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