HB695Introduced in the House
Medal of Honor Act
Introduced by Troy Nehls, District TX-22
What does this bill do?
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Official description
To amend title 38, United States Code, to increase the rate of the special pension payable to Medal of Honor recipients, and for other purposes.
Where it stands
Became Public Law No: 119-43.
December 1, 2025
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended RC# 51 · February 26, 2025
424
Yes
0
No
9
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| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Nicholas Begich | AK | Yes |
| Barry Moore | AL-2 | Yes |
| Shomari Figures | AL-2 | Yes |
| Mike D. Rogers | AL-3 | Yes |
| Robert Aderholt | AL-4 | Yes |
| Dale Strong | AL-5 | Yes |
| Gary Palmer | AL-6 | Yes |
| Terri Sewell | AL-7 | Yes |
| Eric Crawford | AR-1 | Yes |
| French Hill | AR-2 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Mr. Bost moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H857-859)
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 695.
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 424 - 0 (Roll no. 51). (text: CR H857)
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs discharged by Unanimous Consent.
Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7976-7977)
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Presented to President.
Signed by President.
Became Public Law No: 119-43.
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