WWII Nurses Congressional Gold Medal Act

Overview: HR 4901, titled "WWII Nurses Congressional Gold Medal Act", was introduced in the House on August 05, 2025.

Purpose and Intent: The purpose of this bill is to award the Congressional Gold Medal, the highest civilian honor bestowed by the United States Congress, to the women who served as nurses during World War II.

Key Provisions:
- Recognizes the invaluable contributions and sacrifices made by WWII nurses in caring for wounded and ill service members
- Authorizes the production and presentation of a single gold medal to collectively honor all WWII nurses
- Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to strike and deliver the medal to an appropriate institution or organization for public display

Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would directly impact and honor the WWII nurses who served their country during the conflict. It serves as a formal and prestigious recognition of their heroic service and dedication to the well-being of American military personnel.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: HR 4901 has been introduced in the House and is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It will need to undergo committee review, public hearings, and floor votes in both the House and Senate before potentially being signed into law by the President.