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Rescinding Medals of Honor for Wounded Knee Massacre

This act aims to revoke Medals of Honor awarded to soldiers for actions during the Wounded Knee Massacre in 1890. This seeks to restore the integrity of the United States' highest military award and acknowledge the tragic events that occurred.
Key points
All 20 Medals of Honor awarded for acts at Wounded Knee Creek on December 29, 1890, are rescinded.
The names of these individuals will be removed from the official Medal of Honor Roll.
Individuals whose medals are rescinded are not required to return them and will not lose any federal benefits.
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Print number: 117_S_1073
Sponsor: Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA]
Process start date: 2021-04-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Remove the Stain Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1073.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All 20 Medals of Honor awarded for acts at Wounded Knee Creek on December 29, 1890, are rescinded.
  • The names of these individuals will be removed from the official Medal of Honor Roll.
  • Individuals whose medals are rescinded are not required to return them and will not lose any federal benefits.
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 Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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