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Search Results: keywords:"world war ii"

H. R. 8063 — To authorize the Secretary of the Army to posthumously award the Distinguished Service Cross to William D. Owens for his valorous actions from June 6, 1944, to June 8, 1944, during World War II at La Fiere Bridge in Normandy, France, while serving with the 505th Parachute Infantry.
April 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:343
H. R. 8063 allows the Secretary of the Army to posthumously award the Distinguished Service Cross to William D. Owens for his bravery during World War II at La Fiere Bridge in Normandy, France, from June 6 to June 8, 1944. The bill permits a waiver of the usual time...
Simple Explanation
The bill allows a brave soldier named William D. Owens, who fought heroically in World War II, to receive a special medal called the Distinguished Service Cross after he passed away. The rules are being bent a little to give him this medal a long time after the war because he was very brave during that time.
H. R. 1502 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to the North Platte Canteen in North Platte, Nebraska, during World War II from December 25, 1941, to April 1, 1946.
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February 21, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:1,174
H.R. 1502 proposes to collectively award a Congressional Gold Medal to the individuals and communities who supported the North Platte Canteen in Nebraska during World War II from 1941 to 1946. The bill recognizes the canteen's significant volunteer efforts and its impact on...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 1502 is a plan to give a special gold medal to honor the people who helped soldiers by volunteering at the North Platte Canteen during World War II. The medal will be shown at a museum, and copies made of bronze can be sold to help pay for it.
H. RES. 1018 — Recognizing the remarkable achievements and patriotic service of late Michigan native Captain Claude A. Rowe, Jr., the only known member of the famed Tuskegee Airmen authorized to fly for two Allied countries during World War II.
February 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:229
H. RES. 1018 is a resolution recognizing the achievements and service of Captain Claude A. Rowe, Jr., a Michigan native and member of the Tuskegee Airmen. Captain Rowe is notable for being the only known Tuskegee Airman authorized to fly for both the United States and Canada...
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This bill is about saying a big "thank you" to a brave pilot named Captain Claude A. Rowe, Jr., who flew planes for both the United States and Canada during World War II. It's like giving him a special gold star for being a hero!
H. CON. RES. 85 — Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal collectively to the women in the United States who joined the workforce during World War II, providing the aircraft, vehicles, weaponry, ammunition, and other material to win the war and who were referred to as Rosie the Riveter, in recognition of their contributions to the United States and the inspiration they have provided to ensuing generations.
February 07, 2024
Status:Received in Senate
Congress:118
Words:295
H. CON. RES. 85 allows Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center to be used for a ceremony on April 10, 2024. The ceremony will present the Congressional Gold Medal to the women known as "Rosie the Riveter," who worked in the United States during World War II and contributed...
Simple Explanation
The bill says that on April 10, 2024, a special event will be held in a big hall in the Capitol to give a special medal to the women who helped make important things like planes and tools during World War II. These women are known as "Rosie the Riveter" because they worked really hard to help win the war.
H. R. 8307 — To provide that the memorial to commemorate the sacrifice and service of the women who worked on the home front to support the efforts of the United States military during World War II may be located on the National Mall, and for other purposes.
May 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:511
H.R. 8307 proposes that a memorial dedicated to the women who supported the United States military efforts from the home front during World War II can be placed on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. This bill highlights the significant contributions of over 18 million...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8307 wants to make a special place on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., to honor all the women who worked hard at home during World War II to help the soldiers. They did lots of important jobs like flying planes and fixing things!
H. R. 39 — To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund to provide benefits to certain individuals who served in the United States merchant marine (including the Army Transport Service and the Naval Transport Service) during World War II.
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January 03, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:977
H.R. 39 proposes an amendment to title 38 of the United States Code to establish the Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund. This fund is intended to provide a one-time payment of $25,000 to individuals who served in the U.S. Merchant Marine, including the Army and Naval...
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H.R. 39 wants to give money to certain people who helped on big ships during World War II. It plans to give these helpers $25,000 each, if they apply in time and haven't been paid before, but there's only enough money for 5,000 people, so everyone needs to apply quickly.
H. R. 9336 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the individuals who fought for or with the United States against the armed forces of Imperial Japan in the Pacific theater and the impacted Saskinax people on Attu, whose lives, culture, and community were irrevocably changed from December 8, 1941, to August 15, 1945.
August 09, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,899
H.R. 9336 proposes awarding a Congressional Gold Medal to those who fought for or alongside the United States against Imperial Japan in the Pacific theater and to the Saskinax̂ people affected during World War II. The bill recognizes the sacrifices and bravery of military...
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H.R. 9336 wants to give a special gold medal to people who helped the U.S. fight in the Pacific during World War II and to the Saskinax̂ people who were affected. It also plans to sell copies of the medal to help raise money for the U.S. Mint.
S. RES. 722 — Expressing the gratitude and appreciation of the Senate for the acts of heroism and valor by the members of the United States Armed Forces who participated in the June 6, 1944, amphibious landing at Normandy, France, and commending those individuals for leadership and bravery in an operation that helped bring an end to World War II.
June 04, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:643
The resolution, S. RES. 722, expresses the Senate's gratitude and appreciation for the heroism and bravery of United States Armed Forces members who took part in the D-Day landings at Normandy, France, on June 6, 1944. It recognizes the 80th anniversary of this critical World War II...
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The bill is a special thank-you from the U.S. Senate to the brave soldiers who helped free Europe on June 6, 1944, during World War II. It also wants people to remember their bravery by learning about it and asks the President to make a special day to remember their sacrifice.
H. CON. RES. 84 — Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal collectively to the 23d Headquarters Special Troops and the 3133d Signal Services Company, known collectively as the Ghost Army, in recognition of unique and highly distinguished service during World War II.
January 22, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:305
H. CON. RES. 84 authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony on March 21, 2024, to present the Congressional Gold Medal to the 23d Headquarters Special Troops and the 3133d Signal Services Company. These two groups are collectively...
Simple Explanation
H. CON. RES. 84 is about holding a special event in a big hall to give a special award to a group of soldiers from World War II called the "Ghost Army" because they did something very special and important a long time ago.
H. R. 2336 — To award posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal to Doris Miller, in recognition of his acts of valor while a member of the United States Navy during World War II.
March 25, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:1,161
H. R. 2336 is a bill that seeks to posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Doris Miller for his bravery during World War II. Miller, an African-American sailor, displayed extraordinary valor during the attack on Pearl Harbor by helping the wounded and manning an...
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H. R. 2336 wants to give a special gold medal to a brave sailor named Doris Miller, who helped out a lot during a big battle called Pearl Harbor in World War II. The medal would be made to honor his bravery, and there would be copies people can buy to help pay for it.
H. R. 7771 — To amend title 36, United States Code, to designate National Rosie the Riveter Day and request the President to issue an annual proclamation.
March 21, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:702
H.R. 7771 proposes an amendment to Title 36 of the United States Code to establish "National Rosie the Riveter Day" on March 21st. This day is meant to honor the over 6 million American women who joined the workforce during World War II, highlighting their contributions and...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to create a special day every year called "National Rosie the Riveter Day" to celebrate all the women who worked during World War II, and it asks the President to remind everyone to celebrate by making an announcement.
H. R. 10110 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion, collectively, in recognition of their extraordinary heroism and life-saving actions during the D-Day invasion, and their significant contributions to the success of the Allied forces during World War II.
November 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,726
H.R. 10110 proposes to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion in honor of their exceptional bravery and life-saving efforts during the D-Day invasion and their vital contribution to the success of the Allied forces in World War II. The bill...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to give a special medal to a group of brave soldiers who helped during D-Day in World War II by using balloons to keep enemy planes away, and these soldiers were unique because they were the only African-American unit. The medal will be shown at a museum, and they might make extra copies to share.
H. R. 4955 — An Act To name the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, as the Henry Parham VA Clinic.
December 16, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:605
H.R. 4955 is a bill to honor Henry Parham by naming the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, after him. Henry Parham was a notable African-American veteran who served in the 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion during the D-Day landings in...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to name a veterans' clinic in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, after Henry Parham, a heroic soldier who helped during World War II and spent his later years helping other veterans. When this happens, everyone will call the clinic the "Henry Parham VA Clinic."
H. CON. RES. 84 — Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal collectively to the 23d Headquarters Special Troops and the 3133d Signal Services Company, known collectively as the Ghost Army, in recognition of unique and highly distinguished service during World War II.
February 06, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:236
H. CON. RES. 84 allows the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a special ceremony on March 21, 2024. This event is to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 23d Headquarters Special Troops and the 3133d Signal Services Company, collectively known as...
Simple Explanation
Congress is planning a special event to give a big medal to a group of soldiers from World War II, called the "Ghost Army," and they want to use a special room in the Capitol for the celebration on March 21, 2024.
H. RES. 142 — Recognizing the 80th anniversary of the amphibious landing on the Japanese island of Iwo Jima during World War II and the raisings of the flag of the United States on Mount Suribachi.
February 18, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:458
H. RES. 142 acknowledges the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima during World War II, where U.S. forces famously raised the American flag on Mount Suribachi. The resolution honors the bravery and sacrifices of the Marines, sailors, soldiers, and airmen who fought in this pivotal...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 142 is about remembering a big event from World War II, where brave soldiers fought on an island called Iwo Jima and put up an American flag on a mountain. It's also about saying thank you to those soldiers and being friends with Japan now.
H. R. 537 — An Act To award a Congressional Gold Medal to 60 diplomats, in recognition of their bravery and heroism during the Holocaust.
June 12, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,602
H.R. 537, also known as the Forgotten Heroes of the Holocaust Congressional Gold Medal Act, proposes awarding a Congressional Gold Medal to 60 diplomats in recognition of their bravery and heroism during the Holocaust. These diplomats used their positions to help...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 537 wants to give a special gold medal to a group of 60 brave diplomats who helped save many people during a bad time in history called the Holocaust. This medal will remind everyone of their heroism, and people can also buy bronze copies to help pay for making the medals.
H. R. 537 — An Act To award a Congressional Gold Medal to 60 diplomats, in recognition of their bravery and heroism during the Holocaust.
June 11, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:1,607
H.R. 537 proposes awarding a Congressional Gold Medal to 60 diplomats recognized for their bravery and heroism during the Holocaust. These diplomats took significant risks to save Jewish lives during World War II by issuing false travel documents and setting up safehouses,...
Simple Explanation
Congress wants to give a special gold medal to 60 brave people who helped save lives during a scary time in history called the Holocaust. This medal will be shown to everyone in a museum so people can learn about their courage.
S. RES. 53 — Recognizing the 80th anniversary of the amphibious landing on the Japanese island of Iwo Jima during World War II and the raisings of the flag of the United States on Mount Suribachi.
February 04, 2025
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:119
Words:540
S. RES. 53 is a resolution recognizing the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima during World War II. It commemorates the amphibious landing on the island and the iconic raising of the United States flag on Mount Suribachi, highlighting the bravery of U.S. Marines and other service...
Simple Explanation
S. RES. 53 is a special message to remember a famous battle called Iwo Jima, where U.S. soldiers were very brave and raised the American flag on a big hill. It also reminds everyone that this helped end the war and says that the United States and Japan are friends now.
H. RES. 1335 — Supporting the designation of July 21, 2024, as Guam Liberation Day.
June 28, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:249
H. RES. 1335 expresses support for designating July 21, 2024, as "Guam Liberation Day" to honor the liberation of Guam by United States forces during World War II. The resolution highlights the severe hardships endured by the CHamoru people during the Japanese occupation from...
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H. RES. 1335 is a proposal to make July 21, 2024, a special day called "Guam Liberation Day" to remember when Guam was freed in World War II and to honor the people who helped make it happen. It asks the President to encourage everyone to celebrate with activities and ceremonies.
H. R. 10436 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the members of Escuadrón 201.
December 16, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:920
H.R. 10436 aims to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the members of Escuadrón 201, also known as the Aztec Eagles. This Mexican fighter squadron fought alongside United States forces in the South Pacific during World War II, providing crucial air support and participating in several...
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H.R. 10436 is a plan to give a special medal to a group of brave Mexican pilots called Escuadrón 201 who helped the U.S. during World War II. This medal will be shown in a museum, and they might make more copies of it for people to buy as souvenirs.
S. CON. RES. 12 — Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the United States Army Rangers Veterans of World War II.
May 08, 2025
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:119
Words:192
S. CON. RES. 12 authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony on June 26, 2025. The ceremony is to present the Congressional Gold Medal to the United States Army Rangers Veterans of World War II, as awarded under a specific law. The...
Simple Explanation
S. CON. RES. 12 lets people have a special celebration in a big hall at the Capitol to give a shiny medal to some brave Army helpers from a long time ago who did important work during a big fight called World War II.
H. R. 4955 — An Act To name the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, as the Henry Parham VA Clinic.
December 17, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:597
H.R. 4955 is a bill that proposes naming the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, as the "Henry Parham VA Clinic." Henry Parham was a distinguished African-American veteran who served in the segregated 320th...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to honor a brave soldier named Henry Parham by naming a special doctor’s office for veterans in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, after him. This is because Henry Parham did something very important during World War II.
H. CON. RES. 84 — Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal collectively to the 23d Headquarters Special Troops and the 3133d Signal Services Company, known collectively as the Ghost Army, in recognition of unique and highly distinguished service during World War II.
March 14, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:198
H. CON. RES. 84 allows the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a special ceremony on March 21, 2024. During this event, the Congressional Gold Medal will be presented collectively to two military groups, the 23d Headquarters Special Troops and the 3133d Signal Services...
Simple Explanation
In this bill, they decided to use a special hall in the Capitol building for a ceremony where they will give a big, shiny medal to two special army groups for their clever and brave work during World War II.
S. CON. RES. 12 — Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the United States Army Rangers Veterans of World War II.
May 05, 2025
Status:Engrossed in Senate
Congress:119
Words:209
S. CON. RES. 12 authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a special ceremony. This ceremony, scheduled for June 26, 2025, will honor the United States Army Rangers Veterans of World War II by presenting them with the Congressional Gold Medal....
Simple Explanation
The Senate has agreed to let Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center be used to give a special prize, called the Congressional Gold Medal, to the brave U.S. Army Rangers from World War II. This important ceremony will take place on June 26, 2025.
S. 91 — An Act To award a Congressional Gold Medal collectively to 60 diplomats, in recognition of their bravery and heroism during the Holocaust.
December 06, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:1,708
S. 91, titled the "Forgotten Heroes of the Holocaust Congressional Gold Medal Act," seeks to award a Congressional Gold Medal to 60 diplomats who bravely and heroically aided Jews during the Holocaust. These diplomats, representing various countries, saved Jewish lives by...
Simple Explanation
This bill is about giving a special gold medal to 60 brave people who helped save Jewish lives during a very scary time called the Holocaust. These helpers risked their own safety, and the medal will honor their courage, with copies sold to help pay for making them.
S. RES. 872 — Recognizing the life and the death of Daniel J. Evans, former Senator for the State of Washington.
November 19, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:205
S. RES. 872 is a resolution from the United States Senate recognizing the life and contributions of Daniel J. Evans, a former Senator from Washington State. Evans had a distinguished career, including three terms as Governor of Washington, service in the U.S. Navy during World War II and the...
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This is a special message from the Senate that says they are sad about the death of Daniel J. Evans, who used to be a Senator from Washington, and they will take a short break to remember him. He was a leader in many important jobs, like being a Governor and helping the environment, and he also served in the Navy during wars.
H. RES. 1399 — Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee, as an entity of the United States Postal Service, should issue a commemorative stamp in honor of Charity Adams Earley.
August 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:309
H. RES. 1399 is a resolution expressing the opinion of the House of Representatives that the United States Postal Service should create a commemorative stamp to honor Charity Adams Earley. Charity Adams Earley was the first Black officer in the Women’s Army Corps and played a significant role...
Simple Explanation
The U.S. House of Representatives thinks it would be a good idea for the Postal Service to make a special stamp to remember Charity Adams Earley, who was the first Black woman officer in the army during World War II and did important work leading a team that handled mail for soldiers.
H. RES. 183 — Supporting the designation of March as National CHamoru Heritage and Culture Month.
March 03, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:108
H. RES. 183 recognizes March as National CHamoru Heritage and Culture Month. It highlights the history and contributions of the CHamoru people, the indigenous inhabitants of Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands. The resolution acknowledges their significant roles in history,...
Simple Explanation
March is being celebrated as a special month to honor the CHamoru people, who are from Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands, recognizing their history and contributions, especially their help during World War II. Everyone in the United States is encouraged to join in this celebration and learn about their culture.
H. R. 1628 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the 761st Tank Battalion, collectively, in recognition of their crucial role in the success of Allied forces in Europe and for the example they set as the first Black soldiers to go to war as part of an American armored unit.
February 26, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:1,293
H. R. 1628 seeks to honor the 761st Tank Battalion, known as the "Black Panthers," by awarding them a Congressional Gold Medal. This battalion, composed predominantly of Black soldiers, played a pivotal role in several key battles during World War II, including the Battle of...
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H. R. 1628 is about giving a special award called the Congressional Gold Medal to a group of Black soldiers from World War II who were very brave and important in helping win battles, even though they faced tough challenges. This award will show how much they are appreciated, and it can be seen in a museum.
H. R. 9124 — An Act To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Auburn, California, as the Louis A. Conter VA Clinic.
December 16, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:672
H.R. 9124 is a bill that seeks to honor Lieutenant Commander Louis A. Conter, a decorated American veteran, by naming a community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Auburn, California, after him. Conter was a survivor of the USS Arizona attack...
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H.R. 9124 is a plan to name a special doctor's office in Auburn, California, after a brave sailor named Louis A. Conter, who was a hero during some big battles a long time ago. The doctor’s office will be called the "Louis A. Conter VA Clinic" to honor him.
H. CON. RES. 85 — Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal collectively to the women in the United States who joined the workforce during World War II, providing the aircraft, vehicles, weaponry, ammunition, and other material to win the war and who were referred to as Rosie the Riveter, in recognition of their contributions to the United States and the inspiration they have provided to ensuing generations.
April 10, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:228
H. CON. RES. 85 authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony on April 10, 2024. This ceremony is to present the Congressional Gold Medal to the women known as “Rosie the Riveter,” who played a crucial role by joining the workforce...
Simple Explanation
This bill lets people use a special part of a big government building to have a party that celebrates and gives a special medal to all the women who worked hard during World War II, making airplanes and stuff to help win the war. It's like saying a big "thank you" to these women because they inspired many others later on.
H. R. 1053 — To exempt children of certain Filipino World War II veterans from the numerical limitations on immigrant visas, and for other purposes.
February 06, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:343
H.R. 1053 aims to allow certain children of Filipino World War II veterans to obtain immigrant visas without being subject to numerical limitations. This exemption applies to children who qualify for specific visa categories and have a parent who was naturalized under...
Simple Explanation
In a story about laws, the heroes are some special veterans who bravely fought in World War II. This law helps their children join them in the United States by letting them skip the waiting line for a special permission slip to enter the country.
H. R. 8063 — An Act To authorize the Secretary of the Army to posthumously award the Distinguished Service Cross to William D. Owens for his valorous actions from June 6, 1944, to June 8, 1944, during World War II at La Fiere Bridge in Normandy, France, while serving with the 505th Parachute Infantry.
May 08, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:329
H. R. 8063 is a bill that allows the Secretary of the Army to award the Distinguished Service Cross posthumously to William D. Owens. This award is for his courageous actions during World War II from June 6 to June 8, 1944, at La Fiere Bridge in Normandy, France, while...
Simple Explanation
The bill is about giving a special award called the Distinguished Service Cross to a soldier named William D. Owens, who was very brave during a big battle in World War II. Even though it's been a long time since he was a soldier, the bill makes sure they can still give him the award now.
S. RES. 47 — Designating January 30, 2025, as Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution.
January 30, 2025
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:119
Words:213
Senate Resolution 47 designates January 30, 2025, as "Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution" to honor Fred Korematsu's fight for civil rights. It highlights Korematsu's resistance against the wrongful imprisonment of Japanese-Americans during World War II, his challenge...
Simple Explanation
Senate Resolution 47 says that January 30, 2025, will be a special day to remember a person named Fred Korematsu, who stood up for fairness when Japanese-Americans were treated badly during World War II, and to remind everyone to think about why being fair and kind to each other is really important.
H. R. 2335 — To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to Doris Miller posthumously for acts of valor while a member of the Navy during World War II.
March 25, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:757
H.R. 2335 is a bill introduced in the House of Representatives to authorize the President to posthumously award the Medal of Honor to Doris Miller. Miller, an African-American sailor during World War II, was recognized for his acts of bravery at Pearl Harbor but did not...
Simple Explanation
In this bill, Congress wants to give a special medal called the Medal of Honor to a brave sailor named Doris Miller who helped save lives during a big surprise attack in World War II, even though he didn't get this medal back then because of unfair reasons about his skin color.
S. 91 — An Act To award a Congressional Gold Medal collectively to 60 diplomats, in recognition of their bravery and heroism during the Holocaust.
September 24, 2024
Status:Engrossed in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,737
The bill, S. 91, aims to collectively award a Congressional Gold Medal to 60 diplomats for their courageous efforts to save Jewish people during the Holocaust. These diplomats defied orders from their own governments to issue passports and visas, allowing many Jews to escape...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to give a special award to 60 brave people who helped save many others during a very bad time in history, known as the Holocaust. It plans to make a shiny gold medal for them and show it in a special museum.
H. RES. 1440 — Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising.
September 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:84
H. RES. 1440 is a resolution by the U.S. House of Representatives to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, which began on August 1, 1944, as a major World War II resistance effort by the Polish Home Army against Nazi German occupation. The resolution honors the memory and...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 1440 is a special message from the U.S. House of Representatives saying thank you and remembering the brave people of Poland who fought against the bad guys in World War II a long time ago. It also talks about how important it is to be friends with Poland and to remember what happened so we can always be nice to each other.
S. RES. 53 — Recognizing the 80th anniversary of the amphibious landing on the Japanese island of Iwo Jima during World War II and the raisings of the flag of the United States on Mount Suribachi.
February 19, 2025
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:119
Words:625
The resolution S. RES. 53 recognizes the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima, a significant World War II conflict where U.S. forces launched an amphibious assault on the Japanese island, leading to an iconic flag raising on Mount Suribachi. It honors the bravery and sacrifice of the...
Simple Explanation
In 1945, during a big battle in World War II, brave soldiers from America fought hard and raised the American flag on a mountain called Mount Suribachi on an island named Iwo Jima. This resolution is like a special remembrance to honor those heroes and their bravery, and it's a way to remember that America and Japan are now friends.
H. RES. 1557 — Expressing support for the designation of October 28 as Oxi Day to commemorate the anniversary of Greek Prime Minister Ioannis Metaxas answer of Oxi! or No! to surrender to the Axis forces, inflicting a fatal wound that helped save democracy for the world.
October 29, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:256
H. RES. 1557 expresses support for designating October 28 as "Oxi Day" to commemorate the moment in 1940 when Greek Prime Minister Ioannis Metaxas refused to surrender to Axis forces by saying "Oxi!" or "No!" This act of defiance marked Greece's entry into World War II and is...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 1557 wants October 28 to be called "Oxi Day" to remember when a Greek leader bravely said "No!" to the bad guys in World War II, which helped stop them from winning. This day would help people learn about how Greece helped in the war and encourage them to join in fun events to remember this important moment.
H. R. 2170 — To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Toms River, New Jersey, the Leonard G. 'Bud' Lomell, VA Clinic, and for other purposes.
March 18, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:1,113
H.R. 2170 proposes to name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Toms River, New Jersey, as the Leonard G. "Bud" Lomell VA Clinic. Leonard G. Lomell was a World War II hero known for his significant role on D-Day and his service to veterans...
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H.R. 2170 wants to name a veterans' clinic in Toms River, New Jersey, after Leonard G. "Bud" Lomell, a World War II hero, to honor his bravery and help for veterans.
H. R. 2256 — To amend title 36, United States Code, to designate National Rosie the Riveter Day and request the President to issue an annual proclamation.
March 21, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:703
H.R. 2256 proposes an amendment to title 36 of the United States Code to establish "National Rosie the Riveter Day" on March 21 each year. This day is meant to honor the more than 6,000,000 American women who joined the workforce during World War II. The bill encourages the...
Simple Explanation
The bill aims to make March 21st "National Rosie the Riveter Day" to honor the many women who helped by working during World War II, and it hopes the President and others will celebrate their hard work every year.
H. R. 921 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Master Sergeant Roderick Roddie Edmonds in recognition of his heroic actions during World War II.
February 04, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:1,337
H. R. 921 seeks to honor Master Sergeant Roderick "Roddie" Edmonds with a Congressional Gold Medal for his brave actions during World War II. Edmonds was recognized for saving the lives of approximately 200 Jewish-American soldiers by defying Nazi orders in a POW camp. The...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 921 wants to give a special gold medal to Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds for being a hero during World War II. He bravely saved 200 soldiers, and this medal will help people remember what he did.
H. R. 819 — To award posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal to Colonel Young Oak Kim in recognition of his extraordinary heroism, leadership, and humanitarianism.
January 28, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:1,728
The bill H. R. 819 proposes to award a Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Colonel Young Oak Kim in recognition of his extraordinary heroism, leadership, and humanitarian efforts. Colonel Kim was a distinguished military officer who served with valor during World War II...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to give a special award like a gold medal to Colonel Young Oak Kim, who was a hero in the army and helped many people in need. This is to say thank you for his bravery and kindness.
S. RES. 868 — Acknowledging and commemorating the women who served the Navy in the Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service during World War II.
September 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:266
S. RES. 868 acknowledges and honors the contributions of the women who served in the Navy's Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service (WAVES) during World War II. Established in 1942, these women played diverse and crucial roles, allowing more men to be available for...
Simple Explanation
S. RES. 868 is a special thank-you from the Senate to the brave women who helped the Navy during World War II by doing important jobs, so more men could go fight in the war. These women showed everyone that they could do great things and helped make more space for women in the military.
H. R. 8063 — An Act To authorize the Secretary of the Army to posthumously award the Distinguished Service Cross to William D. Owens for his valorous actions from June 6, 1944, to June 8, 1944, during World War II at La Fiere Bridge in Normandy, France, while serving with the 505th Parachute Infantry.
May 09, 2024
Status:Received in Senate
Congress:118
Words:274
H. R. 8063 allows the Secretary of the Army to award the Distinguished Service Cross to William D. Owens for his brave actions during World War II at La Fiere Bridge in Normandy, France. The bill makes an exception to usual time limits for awarding military medals,...
Simple Explanation
The bill lets the Army give a very special medal to a soldier named William D. Owens for his bravery during a big battle in World War II, even though a lot of time has passed since then. This is like making a special exception to the rules so that William can be honored for what he did a long time ago.
H. CON. RES. 84 — Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal collectively to the 23d Headquarters Special Troops and the 3133d Signal Services Company, known collectively as the Ghost Army, in recognition of unique and highly distinguished service during World War II.
February 07, 2024
Status:Received in Senate
Congress:118
Words:236
H. CON. RES. 84 authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony on March 21, 2024. The ceremony will present the Congressional Gold Medal to the 23d Headquarters Special Troops and the 3133d Signal Services Company, collectively known as...
Simple Explanation
H. CON. RES. 84 is about having a special ceremony to give a big medal to some secret soldiers who did amazing things to help win a big war a long time ago. This ceremony will happen in a special room in a big important building, and people will make sure everything is ready for it to be super special.
H. RES. 266 — Expressing support for the designation of March 27, 2025, as Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day, and calling on each State, the District of Columbia, and each territory to recognize the Tuskegee Airmen for their heroism, valor, and exemplary service to the Nation.
March 27, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:169
H. RES. 266 proposes the designation of March 27, 2025, as "Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day." It urges each state, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories to honor the Tuskegee Airmen for their heroic and exemplary service. The Tuskegee Airmen were Black military...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make March 27, 2025, a special day to remember the Tuskegee Airmen, who were brave Black pilots in World War II. It asks everyone in the U.S. to honor these heroes for their important work.
S. 4988 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the individuals who fought for or with the United States against the armed forces of Imperial Japan in the Pacific theater and the impacted Saskinax̂ people on Attu, whose lives, culture, and community were irrevocably changed from December 8, 1941, to August 15, 1945.
August 01, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,888
The bill S. 4988 proposes awarding a Congressional Gold Medal collectively to those who fought for or with the United States against Imperial Japan in the Pacific theater during World War II, as well as to the Saskinax̂ people from Attu whose lives were significantly impacted...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to give a special medal to the people who bravely helped the United States in fighting Japan during World War II and the Attu island people whose lives changed a lot because of the war. They will also make copies of these medals to sell, and the money will go to the U.S. Mint.
S. CON. RES. 12 — Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the United States Army Rangers Veterans of World War II.
May 05, 2025
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:119
Words:259
S. CON. RES. 12 allows the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a special ceremony on June 26, 2025. This ceremony is for presenting the Congressional Gold Medal to the United States Army Rangers Veterans of World War II. The resolution outlines that...
Simple Explanation
The bill allows a special event to happen in a big room called Emancipation Hall, where some very brave soldiers from World War II will get a shiny award called the Congressional Gold Medal. This event will take place on June 26, 2025, and they have to follow certain rules to get ready for it.

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