This week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed two bipartisan House Financial Services Committee bills.
The Ghost Army Congressional Gold Medal Act (S. 1404), a bill by Senator Edward Markey (D-MA). This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to the 23rd Headquarters Special Troops and the 3133rd Signal Services Company, known collectively as the Ghost Army, in recognition of their unique and highly distinguished service during World War II.
The bill passed by a voice vote.
Willie O'Ree Congressional Gold Medal Act (S. 452), a bill by Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI). This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Willie O'Ree, the first Black professional ice hockey player in the National Hockey League, in recognition of his contributions and commitment to hockey, inclusion, and recreational opportunity.
