S. 1055 · 111th Congress · 2009–2010
A bill to grant the congressional gold medal, collectively, to the 100th Infantry Battalion and the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, United States Army, in recognition of their dedicated service during World War II.
S. 1055 in the 111th Congress (2009–2010) became law — introduced on May 14, 2009, sponsored by Barbara Boxer with 73 co-sponsors.
During the 111th Congress (2009–2010), Barack Obama was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- May 14, 2009
- Co-sponsors
- 73
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Public law
- Public Law 111-254
What it does
Requires the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to make arrangements for the award of a congressional gold medal to the Army's 100th Infantry Battalion, the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, and the Military Intelligence Service, collectively, in recognition of their dedicated service during World War II.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Barbara Boxer (D-CA). Co-sponsors: 49 Democrats, 22 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 14, 2009
- Passed the SenateAug 2, 2010
- Passed the HouseSep 23, 2010
- Sent to the PresidentSep 28, 2010
- Became lawOct 5, 2010
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 111-254. (Oct 5, 2010)
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- H.R. 1016: Veterans Health Care Budget Reform and Transparency Act of 2009
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