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Congressional Gold Medal for Defenders of Ukraine: Recognizing Bravery

This act proposes awarding a Congressional Gold Medal to the Defenders of Ukraine in recognition of their crucial role in defending their free democracy against Russian aggression. The medal symbolizes the United States' support and admiration for their heroism. This is a symbolic gesture that does not directly impact the daily lives of U.S. citizens but underscores democratic values and international alliances.
Key points
Awarding a Congressional Gold Medal to the Defenders of Ukraine for their courage and sacrifice.
The medal will be given to the Government of Ukraine or temporarily to the Smithsonian Institution if the government is not democratic.
Bronze duplicates of the medal may be sold to cover production costs.
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Print number: 117_HR_7088
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Dusty [R-SD-At Large]
Process start date: 2022-03-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Defenders of Ukraine 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_7088.

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 2022-03-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Awarding a Congressional Gold Medal to the Defenders of Ukraine for their courage and sacrifice.
  • The medal will be given to the Government of Ukraine or temporarily to the Smithsonian Institution if the government is not democratic.
  • Bronze duplicates of the medal may be sold to cover production costs.
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. Johnson, Dusty [R-SD-At Large].

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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