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North Platte Canteen Congressional Gold Medal Act

Introduced
Feb 20, 2025
Cosponsors
76
Traction
0
Last Action
Jun 9, 2026

Bill Summary

Awards the Congressional Gold Medal to the North Platte Canteen, a volunteer organization that provided support to millions of soldiers during World War II. Requires the President to strike and present the medal in recognition of their service.

Sponsored By

Deb Fischer
Republican · Nebraska · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. Feb 20, 2025
  5. Jun 9, 2026You Are Here

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects the North Platte Canteen organization and its legacy, providing formal national recognition for their historical contributions. It also impacts the families and communities related to the organization, who will see their loved ones' efforts formally acknowledged by the US government.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
77backers
  • Democratic27
  • Republican49
  • Independent / other1
Cross-party cosponsors27 · 36%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (76)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMilitary & Foreign
CommitteeSenate Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedFeb 20, 2025
Last UpdatedJun 9, 2026
Latest ActionHeld at the desk.
Subjects
  • Military

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.