HR5934Referred to Committee

Major Thomas D. Howie Congressional Gold Medal

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-11-07
Introduced
22
Cosponsors
HR
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Sheri Biggs
Sheri Biggs
Republican · SC · Representative
Votes with party: 91.7% (554 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (22)

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Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

2025-11-07

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Plain-English Summary

This bill would award a Congressional Gold Medal, one of the highest civilian honors, to Major Thomas D. Howie, a World War II soldier who became known as the "Major of St. Lô" for his leadership during the liberation of France. The medal recognizes his bravery and sacrifice in combat, and would be displayed in a museum to commemorate his service to the country.

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Armed Forces and National Security
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