United States 112th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

S 2004 — A bill to grant the Congressional Gold Medal to the troops who defended Bataan during World War II.

Last action — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.

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  3. Died in session

This bill died with 112th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

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Summary

Authorizes the award of a single Congressional Gold Medal to collectively honor the troops from the United States and the Philippines who defended Bataan, Philippines, and were subsequently prisoners of war, in recognition of their personal sacrifice and service to their country during World War II. Provides for the Medal's display at the Smithsonian Institution. Expresses the sense of Congress that the Medal should be made available for display elsewhere, particularly at locations associated with the prisoners of war at Bataan.

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Action History

  1. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.

  2. Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S8687-8688)

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (546)

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Subjects

Asia Congressional tributes Military history Military personnel and dependents Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers Philippines Smithsonian Institution Armed forces and national security
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Frequently asked questions

What does S 2004 do?
Authorizes the award of a single Congressional Gold Medal to collectively honor the troops from the United States and the Philippines who defended Bataan, Philippines, and were subsequently prisoners of war, in recognition of their personal sacrifice and service to their country during World War II. Provides for the Medal's display at the Smithsonian Institution. Expresses the sense of Congress that the Medal should be made available for display elsewhere, particularly at locations associated with the prisoners of war at Bataan.
Who sponsors S 2004?
S 2004 is sponsored by Tom Udall (D).
What is the current status of S 2004?
This bill died with 112th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track S 2004?
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