Veterans (Memorials & Recognition)

passed · United States · House Dec 9, 2025

HR 186: Hershel Woody Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act

This bill designates the location for the National Medal of Honor Monument, which was previously authorized by Public Law 117-80. It specifies that the monument must be placed within the National Mall's "Reserve" area near the Lincoln Memorial, overriding a prior location requirement. The bill does not create new policies or funding but clarifies the physical site for the existing authorized monument honoring Medal of Honor recipients. It directly affects the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation, which will manage the monument's construction and placement.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransDesignates location for Medal of Honor monument honoring veterans, directly recognizing their service per bill's purpose and title.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition National Guard & Reserve

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 27, 2025

S 262: Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill authorizes a Congressional Gold Medal to honor Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds, a U.S. Army soldier who saved approximately 200 Jewish-American prisoners during World War II by refusing Nazi orders to identify them. It directs the Treasury Secretary to design and strike the medal, with the posthumous presentation made to Edmonds' next of kin (specifically his grandson, Pastor Christopher Waring Edmonds). The medal serves as a ceremonial recognition of Edmonds' heroic actions at Stalag IX-A prisoner camp during the Battle of the Bulge, where he declared "We are all Jews here" to protect Jewish soldiers. The bill does not create new policy or affect any ongoing programs, as it solely provides for this commemorative honor.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHonors veteran's heroic service with Congressional Gold Medal, directly aligning with recognition as a support indicator for veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HR 6006: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 401 North Elm Street in Tuskegee, Alabama, as the "Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Post Office".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 401 North Elm Street in Tuskegee, Alabama, as the "Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Post Office".

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransDesignates USPS facility as Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Post Office, recognizing WWII veterans' service and honoring their contributions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · United States · House Nov 7, 2025

HR 5947: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1201 Calvert Street in Lincoln, Nebraska, as the "Commodore Dixie Kiefer Memorial Post Office Building".

This bill (HR 5947) designates the U.S. Postal Service facility at 1201 Calvert Street in Lincoln, Nebraska, as the "Commodore Dixie Kiefer Memorial Post Office Building." It directly affects the Lincoln, Nebraska post office by changing its official name to honor Commodore Dixie Kiefer. The bill requires all official U.S. government references - such as laws, maps, and documents - to use the new name moving forward. This is a commemorative naming bill with no policy changes or financial impact.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHonors veteran service via commemorative naming (Commodore Dixie Kiefer), aligning with recognition indicator for veterans.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · United States · House Nov 17, 2025

HR 6004: Sgt. Alfredo Freddy Gonzalez Memorial Veterans’ Hospital Act

This bill designates a new Department of Veterans Affairs hospital in the Rio Grande Valley, Texas, as the "Sgt. Alfredo Freddy Gonzalez Memorial Veterans’ Hospital" after its construction. It authorizes the VA Secretary to build the facility (subject to funding) and mandates that all official references to the hospital use this specific name. The bill directly affects veterans in the Rio Grande Valley region who will receive care at this named facility, and honors Sgt. Alfredo Freddy Gonzalez, a veteran. It is a commemorative naming act with no new policy provisions or funding mechanisms.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAuthorizes construction of new VA hospital, expanding healthcare access for veterans in Rio Grande Valley; directly advances healthcare infrastructure for a specific population.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransDesignates new VA hospital honoring veteran, establishing dedicated healthcare facility for veterans in Rio Grande Valley, advancing access to care.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Memorials & Recognition Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

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in committee · United States · House Mar 26, 2026

HR 2164: Dayton National Cemetery Expansion Act of 2025

This bill authorizes the transfer of 58 acres of land near Dayton National Cemetery in Ohio to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) at no cost to the VA. The land, located across from the existing cemetery and bounded by specific streets and highways, will be used to expand burial space for veterans and their families. The VA must accept the transfer within three years of the Montgomery County Land Bank's offer, and the transfer must be completed without any payment or additional agreements. The bill directly affects veterans seeking burial at the expanded cemetery, with no changes to benefits or funding beyond the land acquisition.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands burial space at Dayton National Cemetery, directly enhancing veterans' burial benefits without cost to VA or taxpayers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Healthcare

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passed · United States · Senate Jun 15, 2026

S 567: First Rhode Island Regiment Congressional Gold Medal Act

First Rhode Island Regiment Congressional Gold Medal Act This bill provides for the award of a single Congressional Gold Medal to the First Rhode Island Regiment, collectively, in recognition of their dedicated service during the Revolutionary War.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRecognizes historical veteran service through Congressional Gold Medal award, aligning with 'recognizes veteran service' support indicator.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · United States · House Sep 10, 2025

HR 5293: To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to Ret. Col. Robert J. Graham for acts of valor while as a member of the Air Force during the Vietnam War.

HR 5293 authorizes the President to award Ret. Col. Robert J. Graham the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Vietnam War on May 1, 1966. It specifically recognizes his valor when he flew a damaged F-100 Super Sabre under heavy enemy fire, making over 15 strikes to destroy eight North Vietnamese anti-aircraft positions and neutralize over 1,500 enemy troops during Operation Birmingham. The bill waives standard time limits for Medal of Honor awards under U.S. Code, enabling this recognition for Graham's actions that saved hundreds of American lives. It directly affects only Ret. Col. Graham, who previously received a Silver Star for the same mission.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill authorizes Medal of Honor for veteran's combat valor, directly recognizing service and upholding military honor per topic's recognition criteria.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · United States · House Feb 2, 2026

HR 7317: Golden Thirteen Congressional Gold Medal Act

HR 7317, the Golden Thirteen Congressional Gold Medal Act, authorizes the posthumous award of a Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 Black Navy officers (the "Golden Thirteen") who became officers in 1944 despite systemic barriers. The bill directs the Secretary of the Treasury to strike the medal and present it to the Smithsonian Institution for display, recognizing their historic achievement as the first Black officers in the U.S. Navy. It also permits the sale of bronze duplicates to cover costs, with proceeds going to the U.S. Mint. This is a commemorative measure with no policy or regulatory changes, solely honoring the group's legacy.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRecognizes historic service of Black Navy veterans through Congressional Gold Medal, aligning with veteran recognition policy as defined in topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · United States · House Nov 7, 2025

HR 5939: USMC Helicopter Support in Vietnam Congressional Gold Medal Act

HR 5939 authorizes a Congressional Gold Medal to honor Medevac Marines and Navy Corpsmen who served in Vietnam from 1962 to 1975. The bill recognizes their critical role in saving lives through medical evacuations, which supported ground troops in high-risk combat zones across the I-Corps Tactical Zone. The medal, designed by the Treasury Secretary with input from the Defense Secretary, will be displayed at the National Museum of the United States Navy. This is a commemorative honor for specific service members, not a policy change affecting current legislation or beneficiaries.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly recognizes veterans' service through Congressional Gold Medal, aligning with topic's recognition focus.95% confidence

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