United States 113th Congress Status: Enacted 1 R cosponsors

HR 1209 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the World War II members of the "Doolittle Tokyo Raiders", for outstanding heroism, valor, skill, and service to the United States in conducting the bombings of Tokyo.

Last action — Became Public Law No: 113-106.

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This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced March 15, 2013. Enacted.

Summary

Directs the President pro tempore of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives to arrange for the award, on behalf of Congress, of a gold medal in honor of the members of the 17 Bombardment Group (Medium), who became known as the Doolittle Tokyo Raiders, in recognition of their military service during World War II. Requires the medal to be given to the National Museum of the United States Air Force for display. Expresses the sense of Congress that such Museum should make the medal available for display elsewhere, particularly at locations and events associated with the Doolittle Tokyo Raiders. 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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Action History

  1. Became Public Law No: 113-106.

  2. Signed by President.

  3. Presented to President.

  4. Message on Senate action sent to the House.

  5. Received in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3192)

  6. On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4451-4452)

  7. DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1209.

  8. Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4451-4453)

  9. Mr. Huizenga (MI) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.

  10. Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 1209 do?
Directs the President pro tempore of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives to arrange for the award, on behalf of Congress, of a gold medal in honor of the members of the 17 Bombardment Group (Medium), who became known as the Doolittle Tokyo Raiders, in recognition of their military service during World War II. Requires the medal to be given to the National Museum of the United States Air Force for display. Expresses the sense of Congress that such Museum should make the medal available for display elsewhere, particularly at locations and events associated with the Doolittle Tokyo Raiders. 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 1209?
HR 1209 is sponsored by Pete Olson (R).
What is the current status of HR 1209?
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced March 15, 2013. Enacted.
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