Bills/H.R. 921

Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds Congressional Gold Medal Act

Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds Congressional Gold Medal Act

In CommitteeDefenseHouseHouse Bill · 119th Congress
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Plain Language Summary

# Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds Congressional Gold Medal Act Summary This bill would award a Congressional Gold Medal to Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds, a World War II soldier who has passed away. The Congressional Gold Medal is one of the highest civilian honors Congress can bestow and is typically given to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to American society or history. The bill recognizes Edmonds for his heroic actions during World War II, though the specific details of his wartime service are not included in this summary document. The bill affects primarily the legacy and historical recognition of Edmonds and his family, as the medal would be awarded posthumously (after his death).

There are no direct financial or policy impacts on the general public. The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. To become law, it would need to pass both the House and Senate and be signed by the President.

CRS Official Summary

Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds Congressional Gold Medal Act This bill provides for the posthumous award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Roddie Edmonds in recognition of his achievements and heroic actions during World War II.

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Latest Action

February 4, 2025

Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

Subjects

Conflicts and warsCongressional tributesMilitary historyMilitary personnel and dependents

Sponsor

15 cosponsors

Key Dates

Introduced
February 4, 2025
Last Updated
February 4, 2025
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