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Supporting the goals and ideals of Black History Month and honoring the outstanding contributions of African-American Medal of Honor recipients.

Introduced: February 24, 2009 See on congress.gov
 Everywhere this bill has been 3 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Mar 31, 2009
Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Feb 24, 2009
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Feb 24, 2009
Introduced in House
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Recognizes the significance of Black History Month for recognizing the contributions of African-Americans in our history.

Honors the contributions of African-American service members, including the 87 who have been awarded the Medal of Honor for military valor.

What's happening now March 31, 2009

Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.

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