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119-sres-871119th Congress

A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Purple Heart Recognition Day.

Sponsored By: Senator Moody, Ashley [R-FL]

Passed Senate

Summary

This resolution endorses a day to honor Purple Heart recipients who were killed or wounded in action or while held as prisoners of war. It notes that the medal traces to General George Washington's Badge of Military Merit from August 7, 1782, was authorized as the Purple Heart in 1932, has been awarded to more than 1.8 million people, and designates August 7, 2026 as National Purple Heart Recognition Day while urging Americans to learn the medal's history and hold ceremonies and programs.

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Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Moody, Ashley [R-FL]

FL • R

Cosponsors

  • Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]

    ME • R

    Sponsored 9/22/2026

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