Bills · HR 2081
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 2081International Affairs
Donut Dollies Congressional Gold Medal Act
INTRO MAR 11· LAST ACTION MAR 11
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it seeks to formally acknowledge and honor a unique and often overlooked group of volunteers who played a significant role in supporting American troops during the Vietnam War. The "Donut Dollies" risked their lives to bring comfort and a touch of home to soldiers in a war zone, boosting morale amidst incredibly difficult circumstances.
If this bill becomes law, it ensures that the contributions and sacrifices of these women are permanently recognized with one of the highest civilian honors the U.S. Congress can bestow. Without this bill, their collective service might remain less officially recognized by the nation, potentially fading from public memory or historical prominence. It highlights the diverse forms of service rendered during wartime and ensures that non-military volunteers also receive due national gratitude.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Awards a Congressional Gold Medal to the Red Cross "Donut Dollies" who served in the Vietnam conflict.
This is a high honor recognizing the collective service and sacrifice of these specific volunteers.
PROVISION 02
Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to design and strike the gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions.
This ensures the medal is officially created and of suitable quality as a national tribute.
PROVISION 03
Stipulates that following its presentation, the gold medal will be given to the Smithsonian Institution for display and research.
This preserves the medal as a historical artifact and ensures public access to learn about the "Donut Dollies."
PROVISION 04
Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to strike and sell duplicate bronze medals to the public.
This allows more people to possess a tangible piece of this recognition and helps offset the costs of production.
PROVISION 05
Authorizes the use of the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund to cover the costs of striking the medals.
This provides the necessary funding mechanism for the creation of the medals.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 43
D· New Jersey
YRS IN OFFICE
7
BILLS LED
21
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 79%
DEM 26 REP 17 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 11
Introduced in House
MAR 11
Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 2081
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 11, 2025
Last actionMar 11, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · COMMITTEE ON HOUSE ADMINISTRATION · INTRODUCED MAR 11, 2025
House BillHR 2081International Affairs
Donut Dollies Congressional Gold Medal Act
INTRODUCED MAR 11, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 11, 2025
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READING
5 min
COSPONSORS
43
COMPLEXITY
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