S. 1404 · 117th Congress · 2021–2022
Ghost Army Congressional Gold Medal Act
S. 1404 in the 117th Congress (2021–2022) became law — introduced on Apr 28, 2021, sponsored by Edward J. Markey with 71 co-sponsors.
During the 117th Congress (2021–2022), Joe Biden was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Apr 28, 2021
- Co-sponsors
- 71
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Public law
- Public Law 117-85
What it does
Ghost Army Congressional Gold Medal Act This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to the 23rd Headquarters Special Troops and the 3133rd Signal Services Company, known collectively as the Ghost Army , in recognition of unique and highly distinguished service during World War II.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Edward J. Markey (D-MA). Co-sponsors: 37 Democrats, 32 Republicans, 2 Independents.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 28, 2021
- Passed the SenateDec 15, 2021
- Passed the HouseJan 19, 2022
- Sent to the PresidentJan 31, 2022
- Became lawFeb 1, 2022
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 117-85. (Feb 1, 2022)
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