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Ritchie Boys Congressional Gold Medal Act: Honoring WWII Intelligence Contributions

This act awards a Congressional Gold Medal to the "Ritchie Boys" for their pivotal contributions to military intelligence during World War II. It's a symbolic recognition of their service and dedication, which significantly impacted the war's outcome and national security. The medal will be displayed at the Smithsonian Institution, allowing citizens to learn about this extraordinary group's history.
Key points
Honoring the "Ritchie Boys": Awards a Congressional Gold Medal to approximately 15,200 service members who trained at Camp Ritchie in military intelligence during WWII.
Contribution to Security: Recognizes their groundbreaking interrogation and counterintelligence techniques, which provided 60% of actionable intelligence in Europe, impacting wartime security and strategy.
Historical Legacy: The medal will be displayed at the Smithsonian Institution, ensuring public access to the history and achievements of the "Ritchie Boys", educating future generations about their role.
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Print number: 118_HR_3545
Sponsor: Rep. Trone, David J. [D-MD-6]
Process start date: 2023-05-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ritchie Boys Congressional Gold Medal Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3545.

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 2023-05-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Honoring the "Ritchie Boys": Awards a Congressional Gold Medal to approximately 15,200 service members who trained at Camp Ritchie in military intelligence during WWII.
  • Contribution to Security: Recognizes their groundbreaking interrogation and counterintelligence techniques, which provided 60% of actionable intelligence in Europe, impacting wartime security and strategy.
  • Historical Legacy: The medal will be displayed at the Smithsonian Institution, ensuring public access to the history and achievements of the "Ritchie Boys", educating future generations about their role.
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. Trone, David J. [D-MD-6].

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 2025-12-25.

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