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Honoring North Platte Canteen Volunteers with Congressional Gold Medal for WWII Service.

This act is symbolic and honorary, awarding the Congressional Gold Medal to the individuals and communities who operated the North Platte Canteen in Nebraska during World War II. For citizens, it ensures the national recognition and preservation of this massive historical volunteer effort, where 55,000 people served approximately 6 million troops. The act also authorizes the public sale of commemorative bronze duplicates of the medal.
Key points
Awards the Congressional Gold Medal to the 55,000 volunteers and 125 communities who supported troops at the Canteen between 1941 and 1946.
The original Gold Medal will be displayed at the Lincoln County Historical Museum for public viewing and historical research.
The public can purchase bronze duplicate medals, with sales proceeds supporting the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund.
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Print number: 118_HR_954
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Adrian [R-NE-3]
Process start date: 2023-02-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

North Platte Canteen 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_954.

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 2023-02-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Awards the Congressional Gold Medal to the 55,000 volunteers and 125 communities who supported troops at the Canteen between 1941 and 1946.
  • The original Gold Medal will be displayed at the Lincoln County Historical Museum for public viewing and historical research.
  • The public can purchase bronze duplicate medals, with sales proceeds supporting the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund.
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. Smith, Adrian [R-NE-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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