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Major Thomas D. Howie Congressional Gold Medal

USA119th CongressHR-5934| House 
| Updated: 11/7/2025
Sheri Biggs

Sheri Biggs

Republican Representative

South Carolina

Cosponsors (22)
Clay Higgins (Republican)Marc A. Veasey (Democratic)Richard McCormick (Republican)Andy Harris (Republican)Jefferson Van Drew (Republican)Thomas P. Tiffany (Republican)Lance Gooden (Republican)Kristen McDonald Rivet (Democratic)William R. Timmons (Republican)Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican)Greg Stanton (Democratic)H. Morgan Griffith (Republican)Joe Wilson (Republican)Nancy Mace (Republican)Daniel S. Goldman (Democratic)Russell Fry (Republican)James E. Clyburn (Democratic)John W. Rose (Republican)Jay Obernolte (Republican)Ben Cline (Republican)Michael Lawler (Republican)Ryan Mackenzie (Republican)

Financial Services Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill, titled the "Major Thomas D. Howie Congressional Gold Medal," seeks to posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Major Thomas D. Howie in recognition of his extraordinary bravery and distinguished service during the Battle of Normandy. Major Howie, a graduate of The Citadel, demonstrated exceptional courage and leadership, notably during the critical capture of St. Lo, where his sacrifice became a symbol of American valor. His actions inspired his men and played a pivotal role in the Allied liberation of France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. The bill mandates that the Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate arrange for this award, with the Secretary of the Treasury responsible for designing and striking the medal. It will be presented to Major Howie's nephew, Tom Howie, or his next of kin, before being permanently displayed at The Citadel Museum for public viewing and research. Additionally, the Secretary of the Treasury is authorized to strike and sell duplicate bronze medals to the public, with proceeds deposited into the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-8653
Major Thomas D. Howie Congressional Gold Medal
Nov 7, 2025
Introduced in House
Nov 7, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-8653
    Major Thomas D. Howie Congressional Gold Medal


  • November 7, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • November 7, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

Armed Forces and National Security

Major Thomas D. Howie Congressional Gold Medal

USA119th CongressHR-5934| House 
| Updated: 11/7/2025
This bill, titled the "Major Thomas D. Howie Congressional Gold Medal," seeks to posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Major Thomas D. Howie in recognition of his extraordinary bravery and distinguished service during the Battle of Normandy. Major Howie, a graduate of The Citadel, demonstrated exceptional courage and leadership, notably during the critical capture of St. Lo, where his sacrifice became a symbol of American valor. His actions inspired his men and played a pivotal role in the Allied liberation of France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. The bill mandates that the Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate arrange for this award, with the Secretary of the Treasury responsible for designing and striking the medal. It will be presented to Major Howie's nephew, Tom Howie, or his next of kin, before being permanently displayed at The Citadel Museum for public viewing and research. Additionally, the Secretary of the Treasury is authorized to strike and sell duplicate bronze medals to the public, with proceeds deposited into the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-8653
Major Thomas D. Howie Congressional Gold Medal
Nov 7, 2025
Introduced in House
Nov 7, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-8653
    Major Thomas D. Howie Congressional Gold Medal


  • November 7, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • November 7, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Sheri Biggs

Sheri Biggs

Republican Representative

South Carolina

Cosponsors (22)
Clay Higgins (Republican)Marc A. Veasey (Democratic)Richard McCormick (Republican)Andy Harris (Republican)Jefferson Van Drew (Republican)Thomas P. Tiffany (Republican)Lance Gooden (Republican)Kristen McDonald Rivet (Democratic)William R. Timmons (Republican)Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican)Greg Stanton (Democratic)H. Morgan Griffith (Republican)Joe Wilson (Republican)Nancy Mace (Republican)Daniel S. Goldman (Democratic)Russell Fry (Republican)James E. Clyburn (Democratic)John W. Rose (Republican)Jay Obernolte (Republican)Ben Cline (Republican)Michael Lawler (Republican)Ryan Mackenzie (Republican)

Financial Services Committee

Armed Forces and National Security

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted