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Medal of Honor for E. Royce Williams: Korean War Valor Recognition

This bill aims to honor E. Royce Williams, a Korean War veteran, by authorizing the President to award him the Medal of Honor. This recognition is for his extraordinary acts of valor that were not fully acknowledged previously due to classified information. For citizens, this means Congress is committed to fairly honoring heroes, even decades later, emphasizing the importance of remembering military contributions.
Key points
Authorizes the President to award the Medal of Honor to E. Royce Williams, waiving time limits.
Recognizes his heroic actions from 1952, including shooting down multiple enemy aircraft under challenging conditions.
Highlights the importance of declassified information in confirming his merits years later.
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Print number: 117_HR_5909
Sponsor: Rep. Issa, Darrell E. [R-CA-50]
Process start date: 2021-11-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to E. Royce Williams for acts of valor during the Korean War.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5909.

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 2021-11-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorizes the President to award the Medal of Honor to E. Royce Williams, waiving time limits.
  • Recognizes his heroic actions from 1952, including shooting down multiple enemy aircraft under challenging conditions.
  • Highlights the importance of declassified information in confirming his merits years later.
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. Issa, Darrell E. [R-CA-50].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

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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