American Fighter Aces Congressional Gold Medal Act
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HR 685 — American Fighter Aces Congressional Gold Medal Act
Last action — Became Public Law No: 113-105.
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This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced February 14, 2013. Enacted.
Summary
American Fighter Aces Congressional Gold Medal Act - Directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the presentation of a single congressional gold medal in honor of the American Fighter Aces, collectively, in recognition of their heroic military service and defense of the nation's freedom. Requires the medal to be given to the Smithsonian Institution for display and research purposes. Expresses the sense of Congress that the medal should be made available for display elsewhere, particularly at locations associated with the American Fighter Aces. Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to strike and sell bronze duplicates of the gold medal at a price sufficient to cover the costs of the medals.
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Read HR 685 on the official United States source →Action History
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Became Public Law No: 113-105.
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Signed by President.
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Presented to President.
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Message on Senate action sent to the House.
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Received in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3192)
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On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 381 - 0 (Roll no. 219). (text: CR H4456)
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Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4459-4460)
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At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
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DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 685.
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Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4456-4458)
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Mr. Huizenga (MI) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
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Referred to House House Administration
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Referred to House Financial Services
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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.
Sponsors
- Sam Johnson · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on
Sponsors (1)
Co-sponsors (0)
None.
Not signed on (546)
546 members have not signed on to this bill.
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Votes
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | 24 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| D | 147 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| Democrat | 23 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Whig | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| R | 184 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Jackson | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Federalist | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 381 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| % of votes cast | 88% | 0% | 0% | 12% |
How each member voted (431)
Subjects
Frequently asked questions
- What does HR 685 do?
- American Fighter Aces Congressional Gold Medal Act - Directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the presentation of a single congressional gold medal in honor of the American Fighter Aces, collectively, in recognition of their heroic military service and defense of the nation's freedom. Requires the medal to be given to the Smithsonian Institution for display and research purposes. Expresses the sense of Congress that the medal should be made available for display elsewhere, particularly at locations associated with the American Fighter Aces. Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to strike and sell bronze duplicates of the gold medal at a price sufficient to cover the costs of the medals.
- Who sponsors HR 685?
- HR 685 is sponsored by Sam Johnson (R).
- What is the current status of HR 685?
- This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced February 14, 2013. Enacted.
- Where can I track HR 685?
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