H.R. 8282119th CongressIntroduced Apr 14, 2026

Rabbi Michoel Ber Weissmandl Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2026

IntroducedGovernment Operations and PoliticsNarrow

Sponsor: Rep. Velázquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7]
Committees: Financial Services Committee (primary)
Last action: Apr 14, 2026

Bottom line

This bill posthumously awards a Congressional Gold Medal to Rabbi Michoel Ber Weissmandl for his heroic actions during the Holocaust, recognizing his significant contributions to saving lives.

What it actually does

This bill authorizes the posthumous award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Rabbi Michoel Ber Weissmandl in recognition of his acts of valor during World War II, specifically highlighting his efforts to save Jewish people from the Holocaust. It directs the Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the medal's presentation, which will be accepted by the Weissmandl Committee and subsequently transferred to designated family members. The bill also includes standard provisions for the design and striking of the medal, the sale of bronze duplicates, and its classification as a national numismatic item.

Section 3(a)

Authorization of Congressional Gold Medal for Rabbi Michoel Ber Weissmandl

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This section authorizes the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to make arrangements for the posthumous presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to Rabbi Michoel Ber Weissmandl. This award is intended to recognize his acts of valor and efforts to save Jewish people during World War II.

Section 3(c) and 3(d)

Design and Transfer of the Gold Medal

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This provision directs the Secretary of the Treasury to design and strike the gold medal with appropriate emblems, devices, and inscriptions. Following its presentation, the gold medal is to be given to Samuel Dovid Weissmandl or, if he is not present, to Rabbi Menachem Meir Weissmandl, ensuring its placement with the family.

Sections 4 and 5

Authorization for Duplicate Bronze Medals and National Medal Status

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These sections allow the Secretary of the Treasury to strike and sell bronze duplicates of the gold medal at a price sufficient to cover costs. Additionally, the gold medal struck under this Act is designated as a national medal for purposes of title 31, United States Code, and all medals struck under this Act are considered numismatic items.

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H.R. 8282119th CongressIntroduced Apr 14, 2026

Rabbi Michoel Ber Weissmandl Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2026

IntroducedGovernment Operations and PoliticsNarrow

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Sponsor: Rep. Velázquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7]
Committees: Financial Services Committee (primary)
Last action: Apr 14, 2026

Bottom line

This bill posthumously awards a Congressional Gold Medal to Rabbi Michoel Ber Weissmandl for his heroic actions during the Holocaust, recognizing his significant contributions to saving lives.

What it actually does

Section 3(a)

Authorization of Congressional Gold Medal for Rabbi Michoel Ber Weissmandl

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Section 3(c) and 3(d)

Design and Transfer of the Gold Medal

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Sections 4 and 5

Authorization for Duplicate Bronze Medals and National Medal Status

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