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Congressional Gold Medal for MACV–SOG Veterans: Recognizing Secret Vietnam Service.

This law grants the Congressional Gold Medal to the service members of the elite MACV–SOG unit for their high-risk, covert operations during the Vietnam War. This provides long-awaited public recognition for veterans and their families whose sacrifices were kept secret for decades. The medal will be displayed at the Smithsonian Institution, making this history accessible to the public.
Key points
Official recognition via the Congressional Gold Medal for MACV–SOG veterans, acknowledging their bravery and previously unacknowledged service.
The medal will be housed at the Smithsonian Institution, ensuring the public can learn about this critical chapter of US special operations history.
Bronze duplicate medals will be available for purchase by the public, allowing citizens to own a piece of this historical tribute.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1970
Sponsor: Sen. Budd, Ted [R-NC]
Process start date: 2025-06-05
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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_S_1970.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-06-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Official recognition via the Congressional Gold Medal for MACV–SOG veterans, acknowledging their bravery and previously unacknowledged service.
  • The medal will be housed at the Smithsonian Institution, ensuring the public can learn about this critical chapter of US special operations history.
  • Bronze duplicate medals will be available for purchase by the public, allowing citizens to own a piece of this historical tribute.
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 Sen. Budd, Ted [R-NC].

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 2025-12-31.

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