320th Barrage Balloon Battalion Gold Medal Act

Overview: HR 4621, the 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion Gold Medal Act, was introduced in the House on July 22, 2025.

Purpose and Intent: The bill seeks to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the members of the 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion, the only all-Black U.S. Army unit to serve in Europe during World War II.

Key Provisions:
- Authorizes the production of a single gold medal to be awarded collectively to the members of the 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion
- Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to strike and deliver the gold medal to an appropriate institution or organization to be on display and available for research
- Allows the Secretary to strike and sell duplicate silver medals to the public

Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would honor the service and sacrifice of the members of the 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion, recognizing their important contributions to the war effort despite facing discrimination and segregation. The gold medal would serve as a lasting tribute to their legacy.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been introduced in the House and is currently awaiting further legislative action.