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Us Congress House Bill HB3175

Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB3175

Introduced
5/1/25  

Caption

To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to Thomas H. Griffin for acts of valor as a member of the Army during the Vietnam War.

Impact

The passing of HB 3175 would not only honor Captain Griffin's individual sacrifices but also serve as a formal acknowledgment of the valor displayed by servicemen during the Vietnam War. This action reinforces the importance of recognizing military service and valor in the history of the United States. Moreover, it aims to correct what Congress sees as an oversight in the historical record regarding the level of Griffin's heroism that was not fully appreciated at the time he was initially awarded the Silver Star.

Summary

House Bill 3175 authorizes the President of the United States to award the Medal of Honor to Thomas H. Griffin, a captain in the Army during the Vietnam War. The bill recognizes Griffin for his extraordinary acts of valor during a critical battle in Quang Ngai City from March 1 to March 3, 1969, where he displayed exceptional leadership and bravery under fire. Despite being heavily outnumbered and under constant threat, Griffin took significant risks to lead his unit and direct critical strikes against enemy positions, which ultimately resulted in the saving of many lives and played a pivotal role in the battle's outcome.

Contention

One of the notable points of contention regarding this legislation could stem from discussions around valor awards and the criteria that warrant upgrades from lower military decorations to the Medal of Honor. Critics may question whether certain actions meet the stringent requirements for such an honor, while supporters assert that Griffin's actions unequivocally reflect the extraordinary heroism that the Medal of Honor represents. Furthermore, the bill highlights the ongoing effort to ensure that deserving service members receive the recognition they have earned, sometimes long after their actions have taken place.

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Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

US HB2399

To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to Thomas H. Griffin for acts of valor as a member of the Army during the Vietnam War.

US HB5168

To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to Joseph M. Perez for acts of valor while serving as a member of the Army during the Vietnam War.

US HB9114

To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to Special Forces Command Sergeant Major Ramon Rodriguez of the Army for acts of valor during the Vietnam War.

US HB9325

To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to retired Colonel Philip J. Conran for acts of valor in Laos as a member of the Air Force during the Vietnam War.

US HB5521

To authorize the President to posthumously award the Medal of Honor to Marcelino Serna for acts of valor as a private in the Army during World War I.

US HB587

To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to James Capers, Jr., for acts of valor as a member of the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.

US HB3835

To authorize the Secretary of the Army to award the Air Medal to Thomas Dewey Wise for service as a member of the Army during the Vietnam War.

US HB1251

To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to Doris Miller posthumously for acts of valor while a member of the Navy during World War II.

US HB1015

Dustoff Crews of the Vietnam War Congressional Gold Medal Act

US SB2825

Dustoff Crews of the Vietnam War Congressional Gold Medal Act

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