A Republican bill with 4 Democratic cosponsors · See all 10 cosponsors
Last activity — 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.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is known as the Hmong Congressional Gold Medal Act. It awards a Congressional Gold Medal to the Hmong people to recognize their distinguished service in the Vietnam War and the fight against communism. The text highlights that the Central Intelligence Agency recruited Hmong tribesmen to fight against communist forces, gather intelligence, and rescue downed American pilots. After the war, many Hmong people came to the United States as refugees due to their ties to the American military. Following the presentation of the gold medal, the medal will be given to the Smithsonian Institution for display and research. Additionally, the Secretary of the Treasury is permitted to strike and sell bronze duplicate medals.
Yes· 3 of 6
- Scored +8
Would Asian Americans be better off under this?
The legislation directly honors the Hmong American community by granting a Congressional Gold Medal for their historic service.
- Scored +7
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
The bill formally acknowledges the heavy casualties and vital combat contributions of Hmong soldiers who fought alongside American forces.
- Scored +5
Would immigrants be better off under this?
The legislation honors the journey and contributions of Hmong refugees who immigrated to the United States.
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 Service: Under Section 3(a), the bill authorizes the presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to the Hmong people to recognize their highly distinguished service in the Vietnam War and the fight against communism, which honors their contributions and heavy casualties.
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Public Display and Education: Under Section 3(c), the gold medal will be given to the Smithsonian Institution to be available for display and research, and Congress expresses the sense that the medal should be made available for display elsewhere, particularly at locations associated with the Hmong people's service.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Financial Burdens from Duplicate Medals: Under Section 4, the Secretary of the Treasury may strike and sell bronze duplicates of the gold medal at a price sufficient to cover all associated costs, including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses, which means individuals purchasing these duplicates will bear these costs.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — The legislation directly honors the Hmong American community by granting a Congressional Gold Medal for their historic service. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — The bill formally acknowledges the heavy casualties and vital combat contributions of Hmong soldiers who fought alongside American forces. Would immigrants be better off under this? — The legislation honors the journey and contributions of Hmong refugees who immigrated to the United States. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The bill honors aging Hmong veterans and survivors of the Vietnam War era.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The legislation honors the wartime service and sacrifices of Hmong veterans who fought alongside U.S. forces.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The bill recognizes and honors the significant historical contributions and sacrifices of the Hmong people.
- 7/9/2026
- 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.
- 10 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
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