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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 Roderick 'Roddie' Edmonds for his heroic actions during World War II. Edmonds defied Nazi orders, saving approximately 200 Jewish-American soldiers from segregation and likely death. While this legislation does not change daily life, it serves to honor profound moral courage and reinforces the nation's commitment to recognizing exceptional service and human rights values.
Key points
Authorizes the posthumous presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds for saving approximately 200 Jewish-American prisoners of war at Stalag IX–A.
The medal will be presented to his next of kin, recognizing his act of defiance against Nazi orders, where he stated, 'We are all Jews here.'
The Secretary of the Treasury is authorized to strike and sell bronze duplicates of the medal, with proceeds supporting the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund.
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Print number: 119_S_262
Sponsor: Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]
Process start date: 2025-01-27
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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 119_S_262.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorizes the posthumous presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds for saving approximately 200 Jewish-American prisoners of war at Stalag IX–A.
  • The medal will be presented to his next of kin, recognizing his act of defiance against Nazi orders, where he stated, 'We are all Jews here.'
  • The Secretary of the Treasury is authorized to strike and sell bronze duplicates of the medal, with proceeds supporting the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund.
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. 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 2025-12-31.

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