United States 113th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

SCONRES 9 — A concurrent resolution recommending the posthumous award of the Medal of Honor to Sergeant Rafael Peralta.

Last action — Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1955-1956)

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Summary

Recognizes Sergeant Rafael Peralta, a Mexican-American who enlisted in the Marine Corps on the same day he received his permanent residence status, for his dedication to the Marine Corps and the United States and for upholding the highest standards of military service. Recognizes that his courage and selfless actions in combat saved the lives of his fellow Marines. Concurs with the Marine Corps and the Navy that his actions are in the spirit and tradition of the Medal of Honor. Maintains that eyewitness accounts confirm that Sergeant Peralta deliberately pulled a live grenade into his body in order to save his fellow Marines, and such accounts should be the leading and deciding factor in evaluating his Medal of Honor nomination. Recommends that Sergeant Peralta be posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor.

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Action History

  1. Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1955-1956)

  2. Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S1956)

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Frequently asked questions

What does SCONRES 9 do?
Recognizes Sergeant Rafael Peralta, a Mexican-American who enlisted in the Marine Corps on the same day he received his permanent residence status, for his dedication to the Marine Corps and the United States and for upholding the highest standards of military service. Recognizes that his courage and selfless actions in combat saved the lives of his fellow Marines. Concurs with the Marine Corps and the Navy that his actions are in the spirit and tradition of the Medal of Honor. Maintains that eyewitness accounts confirm that Sergeant Peralta deliberately pulled a live grenade into his body in order to save his fellow Marines, and such accounts should be the leading and deciding factor in evaluating his Medal of Honor nomination. Recommends that Sergeant Peralta be posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor.
Who sponsors SCONRES 9?
SCONRES 9 is sponsored by Dianne Feinstein (D).
What is the current status of SCONRES 9?
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.
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