Supporting the goals and ideals of a National Medal of Honor Day to celebrate and honor the recipients of the Medal of Honor.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (2 Mar 2007): Message on Senate action sent to the House.
What this bill does
This congressional resolution, H.Con.Res. 47, expresses support for establishing a National Medal of Honor Day. The bill's sponsors believe this day would serve to celebrate and honor individuals who have received the Medal of Honor, the nation's highest military award for valor. It acknowledges the limited number of recipients and their significant sacrifices.
The resolution aims to raise public awareness about the Medal of Honor and encourage national, state, and local organizations to foster appreciation for recipients. It also recognizes the educational opportunities such a day would provide to the American public, highlighting the bravery and service of these individuals.
Introduced in the House of Representatives in January 2007, the resolution was referred to the Committee on Armed Services. It subsequently received a message from the Senate indicating action, suggesting it has progressed through legislative channels. As a concurrent resolution, it does not require the President's signature to take effect if passed by both houses.
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Official summary
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Recognizes the: (1) heroism and sacrifice of Medal of Honor recipients; and (2) educational opportunity that a National Medal of Honor Day would present to the American public.
Supports the goals and ideals of such a Day to celebrate and honor the contributions of such recipients.
Timeline
2 Mar 2007
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 47 do?
- This congressional resolution, H.Con.Res. 47, expresses support for establishing a National Medal of Honor Day. The bill's sponsors believe this day would serve to celebrate and honor individuals who have received the Medal of Honor, the nation's highest military award for valor. It acknowledges the limited number of recipients and their significant sacrifices. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about the Medal of Honor and encourage national, state, and local organizations to foster appreciation for recipients. It also recognizes the educational opportunities such a day would provide to the American public, highlighting the bravery and service of these individuals. Introduced in the House of Representatives in January 2007, the resolution was referred to the Committee on Armed Services. It subsequently received a message from the Senate indicating action, suggesting it has progressed through legislative channels. As a concurrent resolution, it does not require the President's signature to take effect if passed by both houses.
- Has H.Con.Res. 47 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 47. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 47?
- H.Con.Res. 47 was sponsored by Rep. Skelton, Ike [D-MO-4] (D-MO), with 8 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 47?
- Message on Senate action sent to the House. (2 Mar 2007).
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