Washington, July 10 -- Congressman Glenn Grothman issued the following press release:
Today, Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06) introduced the Hmong Congressional Gold Medal Act, legislation to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the Hmong people in recognition of their extraordinary courage, sacrifice, and loyalty to the United States during the Vietnam War.
The legislation pays tribute to the thousands of Hmong soldiers who courageously fought alongside American forces against communist aggression and celebrates the lasting legacy and contributions of Hmong Americans across the United States.
"The Hmong people stood shoulder to shoulder with the United States in defense of freedom and against communist aggression in Southeast Asia....