H.R. 3377 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to James Capers, Jr., for acts of valor as a member of the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.
H.R. 3377 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) became law — introduced on May 13, 2025, sponsored by Ralph Norman.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- May 13, 2025
- Co-sponsors
- 0
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Public law
- Private Law 119-1
What it does
This act authorizes the President to award the Medal of Honor to James Capers, Jr. for his acts of valor as a member of the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War from March 31 through April 3, 1967, for which he was previously awarded the Silver Star.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 13, 2025
- Passed the HouseFeb 3, 2026
- Passed the SenateMar 3, 2026
- Sent to the PresidentMar 24, 2026
- Became lawMar 26, 2026
Latest action: Became Private Law No: 119-1. (Mar 26, 2026)
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