Authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the lying in honor of the remains of Ralph Puckett, Jr., the last surviving Medal of Honor recipient for acts performed during the Korean conflict.

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Introduced on April 17, 2024 by Joni Ernst

Cosponsors

Legislation Details

  • Honors Army Colonel Ralph Puckett, Jr., the last surviving Medal of Honor recipient from the Korean conflict.
  • Allows Colonel Puckett’s remains to lie in honor in the Capitol Rotunda on April 29, 2024.
  • Aims to honor the Silent Generation and over 5.7 million men and women who served during the Korean War (1950-1953).
  • Directs the Architect of the Capitol to implement the arrangements under the guidance of the President pro tempore of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Last updated 8/8/2024