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Congressional Gold Medal for 'Hello Girls': Honoring WWI Heroines

This act awards a Congressional Gold Medal to the female telephone operators of the Army Signal Corps, known as the 'Hello Girls', for their pioneering military service in World War I. The medal recognizes their devotion to duty and their decades-long struggle for veteran status, which was unjustly denied to them for years.
Key points
Honoring women who served as US Army telephone operators in France during WWI, crucial for communications.
Recognizing their service as military, despite being treated as civilians and denied veteran benefits for decades.
Awarding a Congressional Gold Medal as a symbolic gesture of appreciation for their contribution and perseverance in seeking recognition.
The medal will be given to the Smithsonian Institution and made available for public display, commemorating their story.
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Print number: 117_HR_4949
Sponsor: Rep. Cleaver, Emanuel [D-MO-5]
Process start date: 2021-08-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021

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What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4949.

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 2021-08-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Honoring women who served as US Army telephone operators in France during WWI, crucial for communications.
  • Recognizing their service as military, despite being treated as civilians and denied veteran benefits for decades.
  • Awarding a Congressional Gold Medal as a symbolic gesture of appreciation for their contribution and perseverance in seeking recognition.
  • The medal will be given to the Smithsonian Institution and made available for public display, commemorating their story.
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. Cleaver, Emanuel [D-MO-5].

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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