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Congressional Gold Medal for USMC Vietnam Helicopter Support and Medevac Crews

This act authorizes the award of a single Congressional Gold Medal to collectively honor the US Marine Corps and Navy Corpsmen who performed critical helicopter support and Medevac missions during the Vietnam War. This recognition acknowledges their heroic service and life-saving efforts under extreme danger. The medal will be displayed publicly at the National Museum of the United States Navy, and citizens can purchase bronze duplicates.
Key points
Veteran Recognition: Awards the highest civilian honor (Congressional Gold Medal) to USMC helicopter crews and Medevac Corpsmen from the Vietnam War for their essential, life-saving military service.
Public Display: The original medal will be housed at the National Museum of the United States Navy, ensuring the public can view this historical tribute.
Commemorative Items: Bronze duplicates of the medal will be struck and sold by the Treasury, allowing citizens to acquire a commemorative item while covering production costs.
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Print number: 119_HR_5939
Sponsor: Rep. Davis, Donald G. [D-NC-1]
Process start date: 2025-11-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

USMC Helicopter Support in Vietnam Congressional Gold Medal Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5939.

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 2025-11-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veteran Recognition: Awards the highest civilian honor (Congressional Gold Medal) to USMC helicopter crews and Medevac Corpsmen from the Vietnam War for their essential, life-saving military service.
  • Public Display: The original medal will be housed at the National Museum of the United States Navy, ensuring the public can view this historical tribute.
  • Commemorative Items: Bronze duplicates of the medal will be struck and sold by the Treasury, allowing citizens to acquire a commemorative item while covering production costs.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Davis, Donald G. [D-NC-1].

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 2025-12-23.

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