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Congressional Gold Medal for Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds' WWII Heroism.

This act posthumously awards the Congressional Gold Medal to Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds for his extraordinary bravery during World War II. While a prisoner of war, Edmonds defied Nazi orders to separate Jewish-American soldiers, saving approximately 200 lives at great personal risk. The legislation serves to formally recognize his courage and dedication to his fellow servicemen.
Key points
The bill authorizes the posthumous presentation of the Congressional Gold Medal to Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds.
This recognition honors his actions in 1944 when he saved approximately 200 Jewish-American soldiers from segregation and potential death in a Nazi POW camp.
The Treasury is authorized to strike and sell bronze duplicates of the medal to the public.
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Print number: 118_S_1230
Sponsor: Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]
Process start date: 2023-04-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds Congressional Gold Medal Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1230.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-04-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The bill authorizes the posthumous presentation of the Congressional Gold Medal to Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds.
  • This recognition honors his actions in 1944 when he saved approximately 200 Jewish-American soldiers from segregation and potential death in a Nazi POW camp.
  • The Treasury is authorized to strike and sell bronze duplicates of the medal to the public.
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. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN].

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 2025-12-26.

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