H.R. 2992 · 114th Congress · 2015–2016
Merchant Marine of World War II Congressional Gold Medal Act
H.R. 2992 in the 114th Congress (2015–2016) has passed the house — introduced on Jul 9, 2015, sponsored by Susan W. Brooks with 312 co-sponsors.
During the 114th Congress (2015–2016), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Passed the House
- Introduced
- Jul 9, 2015
- Co-sponsors
- 312
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
What it does
Merchant Marine of World War II Congressional Gold Medal Act (Sec. 3) This bill requires the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the award, on behalf of Congress, of a single gold medal to the U.S. Merchant Marine of World War II, in recognition of their dedicated and vital service during World War II.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Susan W. Brooks (R-IN). Co-sponsors: 139 Democrats, 173 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 9, 2015
- Passed the HouseNov 30, 2016
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Received in the Senate. (Dec 1, 2016)
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