MACV–SOG Congressional Gold Medal Act

# MACV-SOG Congressional Gold Medal Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would award a Congressional Gold Medal to MACV-SOG (Military Assistance Command, Vietnam – Special Operations Group), a highly classified special operations unit that operated during the Vietnam War. The Congressional Gold Medal is one of the highest civilian honors Congress can bestow. If passed, it would recognize the unit's service and sacrifice with this prestigious award. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily honors the veterans who served in MACV-SOG, as well as the families of those who were killed or missing in action. MACV-SOG consisted of specially trained soldiers from various military branches who conducted covert operations in Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos during the 1960s and early 1970s.

The medal would also have symbolic significance for the broader Vietnam War veteran community. **Current Status** As of now, the bill (S 1970) remains in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. The bill was sponsored by Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) in the 119th Congress. Congressional Gold Medals typically require both Senate and House approval to move forward.