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S. 2825 · 118th Congress · 2023–2024

Dustoff Crews of the Vietnam War Congressional Gold Medal Act

S. 2825 in the 118th Congress (2023–2024) became law — introduced on Sep 14, 2023, sponsored by John Cornyn with 70 co-sponsors.

During the 118th Congress (2023–2024), Joe Biden was president, and Republicans held the House majority and Democrats the Senate majority.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Sep 14, 2023
Co-sponsors
70
Policy area
Armed Forces and National Security
Public law
Public Law 118-87

What it does

Dustoff Crews of the Vietnam War Congressional Gold Medal Act This act provides for the award of a single Congressional Gold Medal to Dustoff crews (helicopter air ambulance crews) of the Vietnam War in recognition of their heroic military service.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

John Cornyn (R-TX). Co-sponsors: 33 Democrats, 35 Republicans, 2 Independents.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedSep 14, 2023
  • Passed the SenateMay 9, 2024
  • Passed the HouseSep 17, 2024
  • Sent to the PresidentSep 24, 2024
  • Became lawSep 26, 2024

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 118-87. (Sep 26, 2024)

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