# Congressional Gold Medals for Capitol Police and January 6 Defenders

This bill authorizes Congress to award four congressional gold medals to honor the United States Capitol Police and other law enforcement officers who defended the Capitol building during the January 6, 2021 attack. Congressional gold medals are among the highest civilian honors the United States can bestow, and they're given to recognize exceptional bravery, patriotism, or service to the nation.

The bill specifically recognizes the Capitol Police officers and other law enforcement personnel who responded to protect the building, members of Congress, and staff during the breach that occurred that day. These medals serve as a permanent, official acknowledgment of their actions and sacrifice. The medals themselves become part of the nation's historical record and are typically displayed in museums or kept by recipients as symbols of national gratitude.

This is largely a ceremonial measure with no direct financial impact on taxpayers beyond the minimal cost of producing the medals themselves. It doesn't change any laws or create new policies—it's simply Congress formally honoring those who defended the Capitol during a significant national event. The medals represent a symbolic gesture of respect and recognition for the officers' service during a dangerous situation.

A bill to award four congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.

Klobuchar, Amy

 <p>This bill provides for the award of Congressional Gold Medals to the U.S. Capitol Police and the Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia in recognition of the law enforcement agencies that protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.</p>