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James J. Andrews and William H. Campbell Congressional Gold Medal Act
2/26/2025, 5:23 AM
Summary of Bill HR 763
Bill 119 hr 763, also known as the Congressional Gold Medal Act, seeks to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to James J. Andrews and William H. Campbell for their extraordinary bravery and dedication to the United States during the Civil War. Andrews and Campbell were the only civilian members of Andrews' Raiders, a group that carried out a daring military raid known as the "Great Locomotive Chase."
The raid, which took place in April 1862, involved a group of Union soldiers and civilians led by James J. Andrews who infiltrated Confederate territory with the goal of disrupting the Western & Atlantic Railroad. The raiders managed to steal a locomotive named the General and attempted to destroy the railroad tracks and telegraph lines in order to disrupt Confederate supply lines.
Despite facing numerous obstacles and ultimately being captured by Confederate forces, Andrews and Campbell displayed incredible bravery and determination throughout the mission. Their actions were instrumental in disrupting Confederate operations and providing valuable intelligence to Union forces. The Congressional Gold Medal is the highest civilian honor awarded by the United States Congress, and this bill seeks to recognize the contributions of Andrews and Campbell to the Union cause during the Civil War. By awarding them this prestigious honor, Congress aims to honor their legacy and ensure that their bravery and sacrifice are never forgotten.
The raid, which took place in April 1862, involved a group of Union soldiers and civilians led by James J. Andrews who infiltrated Confederate territory with the goal of disrupting the Western & Atlantic Railroad. The raiders managed to steal a locomotive named the General and attempted to destroy the railroad tracks and telegraph lines in order to disrupt Confederate supply lines.
Despite facing numerous obstacles and ultimately being captured by Confederate forces, Andrews and Campbell displayed incredible bravery and determination throughout the mission. Their actions were instrumental in disrupting Confederate operations and providing valuable intelligence to Union forces. The Congressional Gold Medal is the highest civilian honor awarded by the United States Congress, and this bill seeks to recognize the contributions of Andrews and Campbell to the Union cause during the Civil War. By awarding them this prestigious honor, Congress aims to honor their legacy and ensure that their bravery and sacrifice are never forgotten.
Congressional Summary of HR 763
James J. Andrews and William H. Campbell Congressional Gold Medal Act
This bill provides for the award of a single Congressional Gold Medal in commemoration of James J. Andrews and William H. Campbell to recognize their bravery and devotion during the Civil War as the only civilian members of Andrews’ Raiders, who launched a daring military raid that became known as the Great Locomotive Chase.
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Current Status of Bill HR 763
Bill HR 763 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 28, 2025. Bill HR 763 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 28, 2025. Bill HR 763's most recent activity was 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. as of January 28, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 763
Total Number of Sponsors
2Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
2Unaffiliated Sponsors
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0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 763
To posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to James J. Andrews and William H. Campbell in recognition of their extraordinary bravery and steadfast devotion to the Nation during the Civil War as the only civilian members of Andrews' Raiders, who launched a daring military raid that became known as the "Great Locomotive Chase".
To posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to James J. Andrews and William H. Campbell in recognition of their extraordinary bravery and steadfast devotion to the Nation during the Civil War as the only civilian members of Andrews' Raiders, who launched a daring military raid that became known as the "Great Locomotive Chase".
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