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Congressional Gold Medal for 'Hello Girls': WWI Telephone Operators Recognized

This Act authorizes the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to the female telephone operators of the Army Signal Corps, known as the 'Hello Girls,' for their pioneering military service during World War I. This recognition honors their essential contribution to wartime communications and their 60-year struggle for official soldier status and veterans' benefits. The medal will be given to the Smithsonian Institution, ensuring their history and dedication are preserved and publicly displayed for future generations.
Key points
Honoring Historic Service: The Congressional Gold Medal is awarded to the 'Hello Girls,' who were the first women to serve in non-medical military roles during WWI, significantly improving battlefield communications.
Recognizing Veterans' Rights Struggle: The medal acknowledges their decades-long fight for recognition as soldiers and for the veterans' benefits they were initially denied, finally receiving them in 1979.
Public Commemoration: The medal will be displayed at the Smithsonian Institution and other military museums, ensuring their contribution and courage are permanently commemorated.
Availability of Duplicates: The Treasury Secretary is authorized to strike and sell bronze duplicates of the medal, allowing citizens to purchase commemorative items and supporting the U.S. Mint Public Enterprise Fund.
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Print number: 118_S_815
Sponsor: Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT]
Process start date: 2023-03-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_815.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Honoring Historic Service: The Congressional Gold Medal is awarded to the 'Hello Girls,' who were the first women to serve in non-medical military roles during WWI, significantly improving battlefield communications.
  • Recognizing Veterans' Rights Struggle: The medal acknowledges their decades-long fight for recognition as soldiers and for the veterans' benefits they were initially denied, finally receiving them in 1979.
  • Public Commemoration: The medal will be displayed at the Smithsonian Institution and other military museums, ensuring their contribution and courage are permanently commemorated.
  • Availability of Duplicates: The Treasury Secretary is authorized to strike and sell bronze duplicates of the medal, allowing citizens to purchase commemorative items and supporting the U.S. 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 Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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