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Honor African American Civil War Soldiers
Recent Bills/Honor African American Civil War Soldiers

Honor African American Civil War Soldiers

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Introduced1 year ago
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
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Why This Matters

This bill aims to honor African Americans who fought for the Union during the Civil War by awarding them a Congressional Gold Medal. It highlights their bravery and the important roles they played in the war, which have often been forgotten.

If you are a descendant of a Civil War soldier, this bill could honor your ancestor's bravery and service.
Who this affects
descendants of African American soldiers · families of African American sailors
What changes is this bill making?
  1. 1This bill awards a Congressional Gold Medal to African Americans who served in the Civil War.
  2. 2It recognizes the bravery and contributions of approximately 200,000 African-American men in the Union Army.
  3. 3The bill acknowledges the roles of African-American women who supported the Union forces as nurses and spies.
  4. 4It highlights the historical significance of African Americans in the Civil War, often overlooked in history.
  5. 5The medal serves as a formal recognition of their service and sacrifices during a critical time in American history.
Read the detailed summary

United States Colored Troops Congressional Gold Medal Act This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to the African Americans who served with Union forces in recognition of their bravery and outstanding service during the Civil War.

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IntroducedCurrentFeb 10, 2025

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.

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Donald Trump
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