Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) and Sen. Joni Ernst’s (R-IA) United States Army Rangers Veterans of World War II Congressional Gold Medal Act unanimously passed the House of Representatives. This legislation would award the U.S. Army Ranger Veterans of World War II with the Congressional Gold Medal.
“As a 24-year Army veteran, I am thrilled to see our bipartisan resolution has now passed both chambers of Congress and is ready to become law. The brave young men who served in the first Ranger Battalions served their country with honor and courage,” said Miller-Meeks. “The Congressional Gold Medal is the least we can do to honor the legacy of these heroes. We will never forget their service and sacrifice.”
“For years I’ve worked across the aisle to honor our brave World War II Army Rangers, like the late Lester Cook of Des Moines, who risked life and limb in the name of our great country,” said Ernst. “Today, I’m thrilled that the House has taken action and cleared the way for the president to sign this important bill into law to recognize the valor and extraordinary service of these courageous Army Rangers with the Congressional Gold Medal—a small token of appreciation from a grateful nation.”
“Thank you to the bipartisan For Country Caucus members and veterans for driving this legislation forward in the House and making it possible for us to honor our brave World War II Army Rangers,” said Rye Barcott, CEO and Co-Founder of With Honor Action. “Their selfless service and courage on the battlefield merit the long-overdue Congressional Gold Medal and our nation’s enduring gratitude. Sua sponte.”
Background:
In May of 2021, Miller-Meeks joined Rep. Jason Crow (CO-06), Sen. Joni Ernst (R-IA), and Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)—all Army veterans—to introduce the bipartisan resolution. The bill unanimously passed the Senate in October of 2021 and will now head to the President’s desk to be signed into law.
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