WASHINGTON - A total of 159 House members introduced a bill proposal that would posthumously award Congressional Gold Medals to the 13 U.S.
service members killed in a pair of Kabul airport suicide bombings in August, according to a Tuesday news release. The bill, introduced by Congresswoman Lisa McClain, R-Mich., seeks to give Congress' most distinguished award to the 13 service members killed near the capital's airport.
Congressional Gold Medals have been awarded throughout history to recipients as Congress’ "highest expression of national appreciation for distinguished achievements and contributions," according to the U.S.