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PASSED SENATE· 119TH CONGRESS

Senate BillS 645Museums, exhibitions, cultural centersU.S. history

North Platte Canteen Congressional Gold Medal Act

INTRO FEB 20· LAST ACTION JUN 9

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WHAT THE BILL DOES

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This bill matters because it seeks to formally acknowledge a remarkable act of patriotism and community spirit during one of America's most challenging times. The North Platte Canteen represents a massive, sustained volunteer effort that boosted the morale of millions of troops.

If this bill becomes law, it provides a lasting, tangible symbol of national gratitude for the home-front sacrifices and generosity of ordinary citizens. Without this law, this specific collective effort, while historically recognized, would not receive the distinguished honor of a Congressional Gold Medal, which is reserved for those who have performed 'outstanding deeds of lasting significance.'

KEY PROVISIONS

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PROVISION 01

Awards a Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the individuals and communities who volunteered or donated to the North Platte Canteen during World War II.

This formally recognizes a significant, widespread, and sustained home-front volunteer effort that supported millions of U.S. troops.

PROVISION 02

Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to design and strike the gold medal.

This ensures the creation of an official, high-quality medal that meets national standards for such awards.

PROVISION 03

Stipulates that the gold medal will be given to the Lincoln County Historical Museum in North Platte, Nebraska, for display and research after its presentation.

This ensures the medal has a permanent, publicly accessible home in the community it honors, preserving its historical context.

PROVISION 04

Authorizes the striking and sale of duplicate bronze medals to the public.

This allows the public to own a memento of the recognition and helps offset the costs of producing the original gold medal.

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ACTION TIMELINE

10 EVENTS

JUN 9

Message on Senate action sent to the House.

FLOOR

JUN 9

Received in the House.

HOUSE · FLOOR

JUN 9

Held at the desk.

FLOOR

JUN 8

Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs discharged by Unanimous Consent.

SENATE · DISCHARGE

BILL INFO

TypeSenate Bill

NumberS 645

Congress119th

StatusPassed Senate

IntroducedFeb 20, 2025

Last actionJun 9, 2026

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PASSED SENATE· 119TH CONGRESS · BANKING, HOUSING, AND URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 20, 2025

Senate BillS 645Museums, exhibitions, cultural centersU.S. history

North Platte Canteen Congressional Gold Medal Act

INTRODUCED FEB 20, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 9, 2026

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Introduced

In Committee

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Passed House

Conference

To President

Became Law

Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed Senate
Passed House
Conference
To President
Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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KEY PROVISIONS

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Awards a Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the individuals and communities who volunteered or donated to the North Platte Canteen during World War II.

This formally recognizes a significant, widespread, and sustained home-front volunteer effort that supported millions of U.S. troops.

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Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to design and strike the gold medal.

This ensures the creation of an official, high-quality medal that meets national standards for such awards.

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Stipulates that the gold medal will be given to the Lincoln County Historical Museum in North Platte, Nebraska, for display and research after its presentation.

This ensures the medal has a permanent, publicly accessible home in the community it honors, preserving its historical context.

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Authorizes the striking and sale of duplicate bronze medals to the public.

This allows the public to own a memento of the recognition and helps offset the costs of producing the original gold medal.

FUNDING & AUTHORIZATIONS

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AMOUNT	PROGRAM	TYPE	YEARS
such amounts as may be necessary	medals struck under this Act	discretionary	N/A

GLOSSARY

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Congressional Gold Medal: One of the highest civilian awards in the United States, given by Congress for distinguished achievements and contributions.
Secretary of the Treasury: The head of the U.S. Department of the Treasury, responsible for managing the government's finances and coining money.
United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund: A revolving fund that the U.S. Mint uses to pay for its operations, including producing coins and medals.
Numismatic items: Objects related to the study or collection of currency, including coins, tokens, paper money, and medals.
President pro tempore of the Senate: A high-ranking senator who presides over the Senate when the Vice President is absent. Usually the most senior senator of the majority party.

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10 EVENTS

JUN 9

Message on Senate action sent to the House.

FLOOR

JUN 9

Received in the House.

FLOOR

JUN 9

Held at the desk.

FLOOR

JUN 8

Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs discharged by Unanimous Consent.

DISCHARGE

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