WWII Nurses Congressional Gold Medal Act
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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Overview
This bill awards a Congressional Gold Medal to the brave women who served as nurses in the U.S. Army Nurse Corps and U.S. Navy Nurse Corps during World War II. The bill recognizes their critical service, often under dangerous conditions, including combat zones and prisoner of war camps. It highlights their dedication to caring for wounded soldiers and civilians, and their significant contributions to the Allied war effort. The medals will be given to the Smithsonian Institution for display and research.
Key provisions
- Awards a Congressional Gold Medal to World War II Army and Navy Nurse Corps members.
- Recognizes the nurses’ critical military service and devotion to duty.
- Designates the Smithsonian Institution to receive and display the gold medals.
- Authorizes the striking of bronze duplicates for sale to cover costs.
- Designates the medals as national medals for certain purposes.
- Provides authority for funding the medal production.
- Specifies locations for display of the gold medals.
- Acknowledges the challenges faced by nurses, including racial segregation and limited opportunities.
Who is affected
- World War II Army Nurse Corps members
- World War II Navy Nurse Corps members
- The Smithsonian Institution
- Veterans and their families
- Military medical personnel
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