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House bill authorizes Medal of Honor for World War II veteran Earl L. Nolte

Original title: To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to Earl L. Nolte for acts of valor as a member of the Army during World War II.

August 3, 2026

Military Awards World War II Congressional Legislation

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Last action

Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.Aug 3, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This legislation initiates the formal process required to grant the nation's highest military decoration to a specific veteran for service performed during World War II.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Earl L. Nolte

The bill authorizes the President to award him the Medal of Honor.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This bill authorizes the President to award the to Earl L. Nolte for his acts of valor while serving in the U.S. Army during World War II. The measure has been for consideration.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this bill?

The bill authorizes the President to award the to Earl L. Nolte for his acts of valor during World War II.

What is the current status of the bill?

As of August 3, 2026, the bill has been .

Why It Matters

This legislation initiates the formal process required to grant the nation's highest military decoration to a specific veteran for service performed during World War II.

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Legislative Recognition of WWII Valor

The bill represents a specific legislative effort to recognize individual acts of valor from World War II decades after the conflict.

Earl L. Nolte

Connected Entities

organizationHouse Committee on Armed Services“The committee currently reviewing the bill.”Map →

personEarl L. Nolte“The individual proposed to receive the Medal of Honor for World War II service.”Map →

organizationArmy“The military branch in which Earl L. Nolte served.”Map →

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