H.R. 1726 · 113th Congress · 2013–2014
To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the 65th Infantry Regiment, known as the Borinqueneers.
H.R. 1726 in the 113th Congress (2013–2014) became law — introduced on Apr 25, 2013, sponsored by Bill Posey with 301 co-sponsors.
During the 113th Congress (2013–2014), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held the House majority and Democrats the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Apr 25, 2013
- Co-sponsors
- 301
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Public law
- Public Law 113-120
What it does
Directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to make appropriate arrangements for the award, on behalf of Congress, of a single gold medal in honor of the 65th Infantry Regiment, known as the Borinqueneers, in recognition of its pioneering military service, devotion to duty, and many acts of valor in the face of adversity.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Bill Posey (R-FL). Co-sponsors: 184 Democrats, 117 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 25, 2013
- Passed the HouseMay 19, 2014
- Passed the SenateMay 22, 2014
- Sent to the PresidentJun 3, 2014
- Became lawJun 10, 2014
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 113-120. (Jun 10, 2014)
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Committees
- Committee on House Administration
- Financial Services Committee
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