S 498 · in committee · symbolic
United States Colored Troops Congressional Gold Medal Act
- civil rights
What this bill does
- Awards a Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to African Americans who served with Union forces during the Civil War.
- Honors the bravery and military service of United States Colored Troops members and their historical contributions.
- Medal awarded at no direct cost; recognizes service through a ceremonial honor.
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Community Threads
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How should Congress decide which historical military groups deserve posthumous recognition through the Congressional Gold Medal?
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What additional costs might result from striking a medal, hosting ceremonies, and creating public displays for this honor?
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Are there other ways to commemorate United States Colored Troops service beyond a Congressional Gold Medal that might better preserve their legacy?
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Sponsor · D-NJ
Cory A. Booker
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Introduced 2025-02-10
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Legislative timeline
2025-02-10 · senate · IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
2025-02-10 · IntroReferral
Introduced in Senate
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