United States Colored Troops Congressional Gold Medal Act
Description
This bill would posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to African Americans who served with Union forces during the Civil War.
Summary
What it does
This bill proposes to posthumously award a single Congressional Gold Medal to the African Americans who served with the Union forces during the Civil War. The award would serve as formal recognition of their bravery and outstanding service to the United States.
Who is affected
This bill posthumously recognizes African Americans who served with the Union forces during the Civil War. The legislation honors these individuals for their bravery and service through the award of a Congressional Gold Medal.
Key provisions
- Posthumous Congressional Gold Medal award. The bill authorizes the posthumous presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to African Americans who served with the Union forces during the Civil War.
- Recognition of Civil War service. The award serves as formal recognition of the bravery and outstanding service demonstrated by these individuals while serving with the Union forces.
Fiscal impact
Not applicable: No CBO cost estimate available
Effective dates
Not applicable: Official Summary does not address effective dates
Relationship to existing law
Not applicable: Bill establishes wholly new authority with no reference to prior law
Stated purpose
The bill seeks to posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to African Americans who served with Union forces during the Civil War, recognizing their bravery and outstanding service.