Defenders of Bataan and Corregidor Congressional Gold Medal Act
A bill to award a Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the individuals who fought for or with the United States against the armed forces of Imperial Japan in the Pacific theater and became prisoners of war from December 8, 1941, to August 15, 1945.
This bill, SB4933, proposes to honor individuals who fought against Imperial Japan in the Pacific theater during World War II and were taken as prisoners of war between December 8, 1941, and August 15, 1945. The bill aims to award a Congressional Gold Medal to these veterans collectively, recognizing their service and sacrifices.
The award would honor the memory of these veterans and their families, providing a lasting tribute to their bravery and dedication. It is a bipartisan effort, with sponsors from both Democratic and Republican parties, indicating broad support across party lines.
The bill was introduced on June 24, 2026, and has been referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs for further consideration. At this stage, the bill has been read twice and is awaiting committee review and potential hearings.
