Fischer Celebrates Senate Passage of Bill Awarding Congressional Gold Medal to North Platte Canteen

This press release from Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE) was published on 2026-06-08 and titled "Fischer Celebrates Senate Passage of Bill Awarding Congressional Gold Medal to North Platte Canteen".

Fischer Celebrates Senate Passage of Bill Awarding Congressional Gold Medal to North Platte Canteen

“This is the highest honor Congress can bestow upon civilians of this country, and everyone from the North Platte Canteen deserves it. The Canteen was a beacon of hope for soldiers during such a troubling and uncertain time. Over 55,000 people sustained this effort for over four years, and every soldier that passed through saw the very best of what Nebraska has to offer. I thank my colleagues for understanding the significance of the North Platte Canteen, and for working with me to give them the recognition they deserve."