Honoring the life, military service, and congressional legacy of the Honorable Charles Bernard Rangel, and his enduring contributions to the alliance between the United States and the Republic of Korea.
Charles Rangel: Honoring His Life and Service
This resolution is currently in the early stages of the legislative process after being sent to the House Committee on House Administration. No further actions are scheduled at this time, and the bill is not moving forward. There is no companion bill for this measure.
Legislative Progress
Resolutions honoring former long-serving members of Congress, especially those with distinguished military records, almost always pass with broad support.
Key Points
- This resolution honors Charles Rangel, a longtime member of Congress from Harlem who passed away in 2025. It highlights his 46 years in the House of Representatives and his role as a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus.
- The proposal recognizes Rangel's bravery during the Korean War. As a young soldier, he led 40 men to safety while wounded and under fire, earning the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He often said that after surviving that day, he never had another bad day in his life.
- It also celebrates his work to bring the United States and South Korea closer together. Rangel pushed for laws to recognize Korean War veterans and supported peace efforts on the Korean Peninsula throughout his career.
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Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Submitted in House
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
Honoring the life, military service, and congressional legacy of the Honorable Charles Bernard Rangel, and his enduring contributions to the alliance between the United States and the Republic of Korea.
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