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Congressional Gold Medal for Hmong: Vietnam War Service Recognition

This act awards a Congressional Gold Medal to the Hmong people, recognizing their distinguished service in the Vietnam War and the fight against communism. The medal will be given to the Smithsonian Institution for display and research, and bronze duplicates will be available for purchase. This is a symbolic honor for their contributions and sacrifices.
Key points
Honoring the Hmong people: Awarding a Congressional Gold Medal for their role in the Vietnam War.
Preserving history: The medal will be displayed at the Smithsonian Institution, commemorating Hmong history.
Public access: Bronze duplicates of the medal will be available for purchase, helping to spread awareness of their story.
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Print number: 117_HR_8110
Sponsor: Rep. Grothman, Glenn [R-WI-6]
Process start date: 2022-06-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Hmong 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_8110.

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 2022-06-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Honoring the Hmong people: Awarding a Congressional Gold Medal for their role in the Vietnam War.
  • Preserving history: The medal will be displayed at the Smithsonian Institution, commemorating Hmong history.
  • Public access: Bronze duplicates of the medal will be available for purchase, helping to spread awareness of 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. Grothman, Glenn [R-WI-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

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

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