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Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025

USA119th CongressHR-1437| House 
| Updated: 2/18/2025
Marilyn Strickland

Marilyn Strickland

Democratic Representative

Washington

Cosponsors (27)
Doug LaMalfa (Republican)Ryan K. Zinke (Republican)Mikie Sherrill (Democratic)Raúl M. Grijalva (Democratic)David Scott (Democratic)Terri A. Sewell (Democratic)Steven Horsford (Democratic)Maxwell Frost (Democratic)Melanie A. Stansbury (Democratic)Paul Tonko (Democratic)Frank J. Mrvan (Democratic)Danny K. Davis (Democratic)Ro Khanna (Democratic)Greg Stanton (Democratic)Glenn Ivey (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Sharice Davids (Democratic)Jim Costa (Democratic)David G. Valadao (Republican)Deborah K. Ross (Democratic)Juan Ciscomani (Republican)Seth Moulton (Democratic)Lizzie Fletcher (Democratic)Josh Gottheimer (Democratic)Gwen Moore (Democratic)Herbert C. Conaway (Democratic)Judy Chu (Democratic)

Committee on House Administration, Financial Services Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation authorizes the award of a single Congressional Gold Medal collectively to the Buffalo Soldier regiments, in recognition of their superior, dedicated, and vital service to the United States Armed Forces. These regiments, originally authorized by Congress in 1866, played an instrumental role in the nation's history. Following its presentation, the medal will be given to the National Museum of African American History and Culture of the Smithsonian Institution for display and research, with Congress encouraging its availability for display at other relevant locations and events. The bill highlights the historical significance of these all-Black cavalry and infantry regiments, formed in 1866, who served until the Army's desegregation in 1951. Known for their fierce bravery, they protected frontier posts, secured roadways, assisted in National Parks, and fought with distinction in conflicts including the Spanish-American War, World War I, World War II, and the Korean War. Their service was marked by exceptionally low desertion and court-martial rates, and many were awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for combat valor. The Secretary of the Treasury is authorized to strike and sell duplicate bronze medals, with proceeds supporting the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-6022
Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2020

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-1399
Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-1222
Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2023
Feb 18, 2025
Introduced in House
Feb 18, 2025
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.
Jul 28, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-2487
Introduced in Senate
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-6022
    Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2020


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-1399
    Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-1222
    Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2023


  • February 18, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • February 18, 2025
    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.


  • July 28, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-2487
    Introduced in Senate

Armed Forces and National Security

Related Bills

  • S 119-2487: Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025
Congressional tributesMilitary historyMilitary personnel and dependentsMuseums, exhibitions, cultural centersRacial and ethnic relationsSmithsonian InstitutionVeterans' organizations and recognition

Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025

USA119th CongressHR-1437| House 
| Updated: 2/18/2025
This legislation authorizes the award of a single Congressional Gold Medal collectively to the Buffalo Soldier regiments, in recognition of their superior, dedicated, and vital service to the United States Armed Forces. These regiments, originally authorized by Congress in 1866, played an instrumental role in the nation's history. Following its presentation, the medal will be given to the National Museum of African American History and Culture of the Smithsonian Institution for display and research, with Congress encouraging its availability for display at other relevant locations and events. The bill highlights the historical significance of these all-Black cavalry and infantry regiments, formed in 1866, who served until the Army's desegregation in 1951. Known for their fierce bravery, they protected frontier posts, secured roadways, assisted in National Parks, and fought with distinction in conflicts including the Spanish-American War, World War I, World War II, and the Korean War. Their service was marked by exceptionally low desertion and court-martial rates, and many were awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for combat valor. The Secretary of the Treasury is authorized to strike and sell duplicate bronze medals, with proceeds supporting the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-6022
Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2020

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-1399
Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-1222
Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2023
Feb 18, 2025
Introduced in House
Feb 18, 2025
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.
Jul 28, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-2487
Introduced in Senate
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-6022
    Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2020


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-1399
    Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-1222
    Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2023


  • February 18, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • February 18, 2025
    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.


  • July 28, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-2487
    Introduced in Senate
Marilyn Strickland

Marilyn Strickland

Democratic Representative

Washington

Cosponsors (27)
Doug LaMalfa (Republican)Ryan K. Zinke (Republican)Mikie Sherrill (Democratic)Raúl M. Grijalva (Democratic)David Scott (Democratic)Terri A. Sewell (Democratic)Steven Horsford (Democratic)Maxwell Frost (Democratic)Melanie A. Stansbury (Democratic)Paul Tonko (Democratic)Frank J. Mrvan (Democratic)Danny K. Davis (Democratic)Ro Khanna (Democratic)Greg Stanton (Democratic)Glenn Ivey (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Sharice Davids (Democratic)Jim Costa (Democratic)David G. Valadao (Republican)Deborah K. Ross (Democratic)Juan Ciscomani (Republican)Seth Moulton (Democratic)Lizzie Fletcher (Democratic)Josh Gottheimer (Democratic)Gwen Moore (Democratic)Herbert C. Conaway (Democratic)Judy Chu (Democratic)

Committee on House Administration, Financial Services Committee

Armed Forces and National Security

Related Bills

  • S 119-2487: Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Congressional tributesMilitary historyMilitary personnel and dependentsMuseums, exhibitions, cultural centersRacial and ethnic relationsSmithsonian InstitutionVeterans' organizations and recognition