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Congressional Gold Medal for Mexican WWII Heroes: Escuadrón 201

This act awards a Congressional Gold Medal to the members of the Mexican air unit Escuadrón 201 for their valor and contribution to the Allied war effort during World War II. The medal will be given to the Smithsonian Institution for public display and research, commemorating their service and the alliance between the U.S. and Mexico.
Key points
Honoring Mexican pilots and support personnel who fought alongside U.S. forces in WWII.
The Congressional Gold Medal will be displayed at the Smithsonian Institution, allowing citizens to learn about this shared wartime history.
Bronze duplicates of the medal will be available for purchase, enabling citizens to commemorate this event in their homes.
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Print number: 117_HR_4185
Sponsor: Rep. Sánchez, Linda T. [D-CA-38]
Process start date: 2021-06-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Escuadrón 201 Congressional Gold Medal Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4185.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Honoring Mexican pilots and support personnel who fought alongside U.S. forces in WWII.
  • The Congressional Gold Medal will be displayed at the Smithsonian Institution, allowing citizens to learn about this shared wartime history.
  • Bronze duplicates of the medal will be available for purchase, enabling citizens to commemorate this event in their homes.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Sánchez, Linda T. [D-CA-38].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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