Bill · H.R. 819· House(119-HR-819)
Colonel Young Oak Kim Congressional Gold Medal Act
- Introduced
- 1/28/2025
- Last activity
- 1/28/2025 — 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
- Marilyn Strickland
- Cosponsors
- - 5 - 2
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Colonel Young Oak Kim Congressional Gold Medal Act," seeks to posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Colonel Young Oak Kim. The award recognizes his extraordinary heroism, leadership, and humanitarianism. The medal is to be designed by the Secretary of the Treasury and presented by leadership in both the House and Senate. Following the presentation, the medal will be given to the Smithsonian Institution for display and research. The Act also allows for the creation of bronze duplicate medals for sale.
Yes· 3 of 5
Would Asian Americans be better off under this?+5
The bill celebrates the extraordinary achievements and leadership of a prominent Korean American military officer.
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+5
The bill honors a distinguished Korean American officer who overcame racial discrimination to serve his country.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+4
The bill honors the heroic combat service and leadership of a high-ranking military veteran.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of Heroism and Leadership: The bill honors the achievements of Colonel Young Oak Kim, noting his service in World War II and the Korean War, including being the first officer of color to command an Army battalion on the battlefield (Section 2).
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Public Education and Display: By providing the gold medal to the Smithsonian Institution, the bill ensures the medal is available for display at places like the National Portrait Gallery or through loans, which helps share Kim's history with the public (Section 3).
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Historical Research: The bill directs that the gold medal be made available for research at the Smithsonian Institution (Section 3).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are identified within the provided text.
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 Asian Americans+5Good For Veterans+4
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+5
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+3
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+2
- 10/31/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/31/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/28/2025
- 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.
- 5 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
André CarsonDemocrat · Indiana
Josh GottheimerDemocrat · New Jersey
Jonathan JacksonDemocrat · Illinois
Young KimRepublican · California
James MoylanRepublican · Guam
Dave MinDemocrat · California
Thomas SuozziDemocrat · New York