Award a Congressional Gold Medal to wildland firefighters for their service and sacrifice.
The Wildland Firefighters Congressional Gold Medal Act awards a Congressional Gold Medal to wildland firefighters in recognition of their strength, resiliency, sacrifice, and service. The bill highlights the increasing intensity and severity of wildfires, the risks faced by firefighters, and the importance of their work in protecting forests, grasslands, and communities. The medal will be presented by the Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate. Duplicate bronze medals can be sold, with proceeds going to the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund.
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