Medal of Honor for Vietnam Veteran James Capers, Jr.
This bill became law on March 25, 2026, as Private Law 119-1. Because it is now law, no further action is needed from Congress, and federal agencies are responsible for carrying out the award. The companion bill in the Senate did not move forward.
Companion bill: Medal of Honor for Vietnam Veteran James Capers, Jr. →This bill’s path across every version that has carried it.
Reintroduced
Reintroduced from H.R. 587 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 587 (118th) →Govbase has not yet run an impact analysis on this legislation.
Became Private Law No: 119-1.
Signed by President.
The President signed it. This is now the law of the land.
Presented to President.
Both chambers passed identical text. The President has 10 days to sign it into law or veto it.
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
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.
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