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S. 1827 · 113th Congress · 2013–2014

American Fighter Aces Congressional Gold Medal Act

S. 1827 in the 113th Congress (2013–2014) has passed the senate — introduced on Dec 15, 2013, sponsored by Joe Manchin, III with 81 co-sponsors.

During the 113th Congress (2013–2014), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held the House majority and Democrats the Senate majority.

Status
Passed the Senate
Introduced
Dec 15, 2013
Co-sponsors
81
Policy area
Armed Forces and National Security

What it does

American Fighter Aces Congressional Gold Medal Act - Directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the presentation of a congressional gold medal to the American Fighter Aces, collectively, in recognition of their heroic military service and defense of the nation's freedom.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Joe Manchin, III (I-WV). Co-sponsors: 40 Democrats, 40 Republicans, 1 Independent.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedDec 15, 2013
  • Passed the SenateMar 26, 2014
  • Passed the House—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Held at the desk. (Mar 27, 2014)

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