H. R. 1773, Rosie the Riveter Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2019

Summary: This bill directs the President pro tempore of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives to make appropriate arrangements for the award of a single Congressional Gold Medal to Rosie the Riveter (i.e., any female individual who held employment or volunteered in support of the war efforts during World War II), in recognition of their contributions to the United States and the inspiration they have provided to ensuing generations. The medal shall be displayed at the National Museum of American History, which must make the medal available for display at other locations associated with Rosie the Riveter. Cosponsors (Bipartisan)

ANGIE CRAIG’S POSITION:  Representative Craig cosponsored the bill on 7/19/19.

STATUS: Introduced 3/14/19 by Rep. Speier, Jackie [D-CA-14]. 

INFORMATION RELATED TO THE BILL:

  • “The women who heeded the call to action during World War II are among our greatest living heroines,” Rep. Speier said. “While other World War II heroes have been awarded Congressional Gold Medals for their sacrifice, Congress continues to overlook out ‘Rosie the Riveters’ in an unconscionable dismissal of their contribution to the war effort and eradicating barriers to women joining the workforce.” (Source: Rep. Speier, Press Release, 3/14/19)

ADDITIONAL DETAIL:

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