United States 113th Congress Status: Died 1 R cosponsors

S 993 — A bill to authorize and request the President to award the Medal of Honor to James Megellas, formerly of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, and currently of Colleyville, Texas, for acts of valor on January 28, 1945, during the Battle of the Bulge in World War II.

Last action — Referred to the Committee on Armed Services by unanimous consent.

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Summary

Authorizes and requests the President to award the Medal of Honor to James Megellas for acts of valor on January 28, 1945, during the Battle of the Bulge in World War II.

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Action History

  1. Referred to the Committee on Armed Services by unanimous consent.

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

  3. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3660)

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Frequently asked questions

What does S 993 do?
Authorizes and requests the President to award the Medal of Honor to James Megellas for acts of valor on January 28, 1945, during the Battle of the Bulge in World War II.
Who sponsors S 993?
S 993 is sponsored by John Cornyn (R).
What is the current status of S 993?
This bill died with 113th 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 993?
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