H.R. 7211: To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to John W. Ripley for acts of valor during the Vietnam War, and for other purposes.
A House bill (H.R.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.
Overview
| Congress | 119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026) |
|---|---|
| Type | House bill (H.R.) |
| Originating chamber | House |
| Introduced | 2026-01-22 |
| Sponsor | Rep. Griffith, H. Morgan [R-VA-9] |
| Policy area | Armed Forces and National Security |
| Cosponsors | 0 |
| Latest action | 2026-03-26 — Became Public Law No: 119-81. |
| Last updated | 2026-07-17 |
Summary
Official summary (Passed Senate, 2026-03-03):
This bill authorizes the President to award the Medal of Honor to John W. Ripley for his acts of valor on April 2, 1972, as a member of the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War, for which he was previously awarded the Navy Cross.
Full text & official record
The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for H.R. 7211 are published by Congress on congress.gov.
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Frequently asked questions
What is H.R. 7211?
H.R. 7211 is a House bill (H.R.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the House. Official title: To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to John W. Ripley for acts of valor during the Vietnam War, and for other purposes..
Where can I read the full bill text?
The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for H.R. 7211 are available on congress.gov.
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