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Congressional Gold Medal for MACV–SOG Vietnam War Special Operators.

This act grants the Congressional Gold Medal to the service members of the elite MACV–SOG unit for their brave and often unacknowledged service during the Vietnam War. The law provides long-overdue public recognition for these veterans and their families, honoring their historical sacrifices. The original medal will be displayed at the Smithsonian Institution, making this history accessible to all citizens.
Key points
Veteran Recognition: Members of the highly secretive MACV–SOG unit will receive the highest civilian honor from Congress for their service in Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia.
Public History: The original medal will be housed at the Smithsonian Institution, ensuring public access to the history and legacy of this special operations unit.
Commemorative Items: Citizens are authorized to purchase bronze duplicates of the medal, with proceeds covering the production costs.
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Print number: 119_HR_5993
Sponsor: Rep. Alford, Mark [R-MO-4]
Process start date: 2025-11-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

MACV–SOG 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_5993.

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 2025-11-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veteran Recognition: Members of the highly secretive MACV–SOG unit will receive the highest civilian honor from Congress for their service in Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia.
  • Public History: The original medal will be housed at the Smithsonian Institution, ensuring public access to the history and legacy of this special operations unit.
  • Commemorative Items: Citizens are authorized to purchase bronze duplicates of the medal, with proceeds covering the 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. Alford, Mark [R-MO-4].

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 2025-12-23.

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