Bills · HR 2336
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 2336Armed Forces and National Security
Doris Miller Congressional Gold Medal Act
INTRO MAR 25· LAST ACTION MAR 25
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it provides official, high-level recognition for an exceptional act of heroism that occurred within a context of profound racial injustice. Doris Miller, an African-American sailor, displayed extraordinary bravery at Pearl Harbor, saving lives and defending his ship, despite being relegated to service roles due to the Navy's discriminatory policies at the time.
If this bill becomes law, it solidifies Miller's place in history with a prestigious national honor and ensures his story, which highlights both individual courage and the struggle against racial inequality, is preserved and made accessible through the Smithsonian. If it doesn't pass, his recognition would remain limited to previous awards like the Navy Cross, without the additional, unique Congressional Gold Medal honor, potentially diminishing the public's awareness of his full story and its historical significance.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Awards a Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Doris Miller.
Recognizes his heroism at Pearl Harbor and his service in WWII with one of the nation's highest civilian honors.
PROVISION 02
Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to design and strike the medal.
Ensures the medal is officially created with a suitable design and quality to commemorate Miller's service.
PROVISION 03
Requires the gold medal to be given to the Smithsonian Institution for display and research.
Guarantees public access to the medal and its historical significance, promoting education about Miller's bravery and the context of his service.
PROVISION 04
Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to strike and sell bronze duplicate medals.
Allows the public to own a replica of the medal and helps cover the costs of its production.
PROVISION 05
Authorizes costs to be charged against the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund.
Establishes the specific funding mechanism for the production of the medals.
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YRS IN OFFICE
39
BILLS LED
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 25
Introduced in House
MAR 25
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 2336
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 25, 2025
Last actionMar 25, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · COMMITTEE ON HOUSE ADMINISTRATION · INTRODUCED MAR 25, 2025
House BillHR 2336Armed Forces and National Security
Doris Miller Congressional Gold Medal Act
INTRODUCED MAR 25, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 25, 2025
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READING
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