HR 1179
Iran Hostages Congressional Gold Medal Act
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This bill, the Iran Hostages Congressional Gold Medal Act, seeks to honor the 53 Americans held hostage during the Iran Hostage Crisis of 1979-1981. It directs Congress to award a Congressional Gold Medal to these former hostages, recognizing their bravery, endurance, and the national unity fostered by the crisis. Following the award, the medal will be displayed at the National Museum of American History, and duplicate medals in silver and bronze will be made available to the hostages or their families.
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A. Drew, IV Ferguson
Abigail Davis Spanberger
Adam Kinzinger
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