United States 113th Congress Status: Enacted 1 R cosponsors

HR 1726 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the 65th Infantry Regiment, known as the Borinqueneers.

Last action — Became Public Law No: 113-120.

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This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced April 25, 2013. Enacted.

Summary

Directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to make appropriate arrangements for the award, on behalf of Congress, of a single gold medal in honor of the 65th Infantry Regiment, known as the Borinqueneers, in recognition of its pioneering military service, devotion to duty, and many acts of valor in the face of adversity. Requires the medal to be given to the Smithsonian Institution for display. Expresses the sense of Congress that the Smithsonian shall make the medal available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with the 65th Infantry Regiment, including locations in Puerto Rico.

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Action History

  1. Became Public Law No: 113-120.

  2. Signed by President.

  3. Presented to President.

  4. Message on Senate action sent to the House.

  5. Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3308)

  6. Received in the Senate, read twice.

  7. On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4440-4441)

  8. DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1726.

  9. Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4440-4444)

  10. Mr. Huizenga (MI) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

  11. Referred to House House Administration

  12. Referred to House Financial Services

  13. 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 1726 do?
Directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to make appropriate arrangements for the award, on behalf of Congress, of a single gold medal in honor of the 65th Infantry Regiment, known as the Borinqueneers, in recognition of its pioneering military service, devotion to duty, and many acts of valor in the face of adversity. Requires the medal to be given to the Smithsonian Institution for display. Expresses the sense of Congress that the Smithsonian shall make the medal available for display elsewhere, particularly at appropriate locations associated with the 65th Infantry Regiment, including locations in Puerto Rico.
Who sponsors HR 1726?
HR 1726 is sponsored by Bill Posey (R).
What is the current status of HR 1726?
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced April 25, 2013. Enacted.
Where can I track HR 1726?
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