Derek Kilmer: “I thank the gentlewoman for yielding. Congress has never awarded the Congressional Gold Medal to any group of Vietnam…”

“I thank the gentlewoman for yielding. Congress has never awarded the Congressional Gold Medal to any group of Vietnam veterans. Today, we can change that by passing this legislation. I ask my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to vote to do just that. Madam Speaker, I thank Representative McMorris Rodgers and Senators Cornyn and Warren for their partnership and leadership on this effort. I also thank our veterans and every family member or friend who has supported a veteran. Madam Speaker, we honor the service of our Vietnam veterans. Today, we move forward in ensuring that the Dustoff crews are recognized with the Congressional Gold Medal, and I thank them for their service. May God bless them and this country.”