Bill · H.R. 4621· House(119-HR-4621)
320th Barrage Balloon Battalion Gold Medal Act
- Introduced
- 7/22/2025
- Last activity
- 7/22/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Marc Veasey
- Cosponsors
- - 9 - 5
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, called the "320th Barrage Balloon Battalion Gold Medal Act", directs the Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for a Congressional Gold Medal to be awarded to the 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion. The medal recognizes their heroism and contributions during the D-Day invasion of World War II. After the award, the medal will go to the Smithsonian Institution for display and research.
Yes· 3 of 7
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+7
The bill specifically honors a segregated African-American unit for their valor, which significantly benefits this demographic through recognition and historical acknowledgment.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+5
The bill honors the 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion, recognizing their heroism and service during World War II, which is a positive reflection on veterans.
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+3
The bill recognizes the contributions of a segregated African-American unit, promoting racial equity by highlighting their heroism during World War II.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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This bill recognizes the extraordinary heroism and bravery of the 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion, a segregated unit of African-American soldiers, during the D-Day invasion (Section 2). This recognition acknowledges their significant contributions to the Allied victory and helps to ensure their story is remembered.
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The gold medal will be available for display at the Smithsonian Institution (Section 3). It may also be displayed at other appropriate locations associated with D-Day, World War II, and African-American servicemembers, increasing public awareness of their service (Section 3).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- I don't see any negative impacts for the people in this bill.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For African Americans+7Good For Veterans+5Good For Retirees+1Good For Seniors+1Good For Students+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+3
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+2
- 1/7/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 7/22/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 11 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
André CarsonDemocrat · Indiana
Troy CarterDemocrat · Louisiana
Rosa DeLauroDemocrat · Connecticut
Donald DavisDemocrat · North Carolina
Brian FitzpatrickRepublican · Pennsylvania
John GaramendiDemocrat · California
Trent KellyRepublican · Mississippi
Ro KhannaDemocrat · California
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York
Kristen McDonald RivetDemocrat · Michigan
Gary PalmerRepublican · Alabama
Marilyn StricklandDemocrat · Washington
Adrian SmithRepublican · Nebraska
Mikie SherrillDemocrat · New Jersey