H.R. 1502 · Where this bill is now
In committee
Introduced in the House, sent to the Committee on Financial Services, Feb 21, 2025
What this bill does
In plain words · AI-written from the official summaryHonors North Platte Canteen volunteers with gold medal
This bill creates a Congressional Gold Medal to recognize the people and communities who supported the North Platte Canteen in North Platte, Nebraska during World War II. The Canteen was a place where local residents provided hospitality and support to troops passing through the area.
How it affects you
This is a commemorative honor with no direct effect on your daily life. It recognizes the generosity of those who served during an important time in American history.
Read the official summary (Introduced in House, Feb 21, 2025)
North Platte Canteen Congressional Gold Medal Act
This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to recognize the individuals and communities that provided financial and other support for the North Platte Canteen in North Platte, Nebraska, during World War II.
Written by AI (Claude) using only the official summary by the Congressional Research Service, the Library of Congress’s nonpartisan research staff. It can miss nuance, so check the official summary and the bill text for details.
1st SessionH. R. 1502
A BILL
North Platte Canteen Congressional Gold Medal Act
Sponsor: Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE-3) · Introduced Feb 21, 2025 · Armed Forces and National Security · 1 version of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action Feb 21, 2025: “Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.”