WASHINGTON—U.S. Sen. Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.) today introduced legislation to award Congressional Commemorative Medals to the Code Talkers of the Choctaw, Comanche, and other tribes in recognition of their service during World Wars I and II. Senator Inhofe has worked to honor these heroes since first introducing the ‘Code Talkers Recognition Act’ in 2002.
   
“Code Talkers from these tribes are true American heroes whose accomplishments have for too long been forgotten,” Inhofe said. “This legislation finally recognizes and honors a group of people who made a real difference in the fight for freedom during World Wars I and II.  Their service on the front lines helped propel the allied forces to victory and saved countless lives in the process.”

Last year’s measure gained passage in the Senate with 79 bi-partisan cosponsors.  Congressman Dan Boren (D-Okla.) has introduced companion legislation in the House of Representatives.

 

 

 

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