H.R. 5515 · 98th Congress · 1983–1984
A bill to authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to the unknown American who lost his life while serving in the Armed Forces of the United States in Southeast Asia during the Vietnam era and who has been selected to be buried in the Memorial Amphitheater at Arlington National Cemetery.
H.R. 5515 in the 98th Congress (1983–1984) became law — introduced on Apr 25, 1984, sponsored by Charles Price.
During the 98th Congress (1983–1984), Ronald Reagan was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Apr 25, 1984
- Policy area
- Defense
- Public law
- Public Law 98-301
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 25, 1984
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawMay 25, 1984
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