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Honoring Fallen Servicemembers in Afghanistan: Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony

This document authorizes a ceremony in the Capitol to posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to servicemembers who died in Afghanistan on August 26, 2021. The ceremony aims to commemorate their sacrifice during the evacuation of U.S. citizens and Afghan allies. This is a symbolic recognition of their service and impacts the national memory of their sacrifice.
Key points
The ceremony will take place on September 10, 2024, in the Capitol rotunda.
A Congressional Gold Medal will be posthumously awarded to servicemembers who perished in Afghanistan in 2021.
Preparations for the ceremony will be overseen by the Architect of the Capitol.
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Authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for a ceremony to award posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal in commemoration to the servicemembers who perished in Afghanistan on August 26, 2021, during the evacuation of citizens of the United States and Afghan allies at Hamid Karzai International Airport.
Print number: HCONRES 126
Sponsor: Rep. McClain, Lisa C. [R-MI-9]
Process start date: 2024-08-16
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Key Questions about Honoring Fallen Servicemembers in Afghanistan: Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HCONRES 126.

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 2024-08-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The ceremony will take place on September 10, 2024, in the Capitol rotunda.
  • A Congressional Gold Medal will be posthumously awarded to servicemembers who perished in Afghanistan in 2021.
  • Preparations for the ceremony will be overseen by the Architect of the Capitol.

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. McClain, Lisa C. [R-MI-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H4994)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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