HR-5671 : Became Public Law


Merchant Mariners of World War II Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2020

This bill provides for a Congressional Gold Medal to be awarded to the U.S. Merchant Mariners of World War II, in recognition of their service during World War II.

Following the award of the medal, it shall be given to the American Merchant Marine Museum, where it shall be available for display and research.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2020-03-13PresidentBecame Public Law No: 116-125.Library of Congress
2020-03-13PresidentSigned by President.Library of Congress
2020-03-09FloorPresented to President.House floor actions
2020-03-03FloorMessage on Senate action sent to the House.Senate
2020-03-02FloorPassed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1269)Senate
2020-03-02DischargeSenate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs discharged by Unanimous Consent.Senate
2020-01-28IntroReferralReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.Senate
2020-01-27FloorMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.House floor actions
2020-01-27FloorOn motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H547-548)House floor actions
2020-01-27FloorDEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5671.House floor actions
2020-01-27FloorConsidered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H547-549)House floor actions
2020-01-27FloorMr. San Nicolas moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.House floor actions
2020-01-24IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on Financial Services.House floor actions
2020-01-24IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Armed Forces and National Security
Related Subjects
  • Conflicts and wars
  • Congressional tributes
  • Marine and inland water transportation
  • Military history
  • Transportation employees
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