AZ HCM2008

Urges the United States Congress to award a Congressional Gold Medal to members of the 23rd Headquarters Special Troops and the 3133rd Signal Service Company for their service as the "Ghost Army" during World War II.

Recognizes the Ghost Army soldiers who conducted over 20 deception missions using inflatable tanks, artillery, sound equipment, and impersonation to confuse German forces in France, Luxembourg, Belgium, Germany, and Italy, resulting in dozens of casualties including three deaths.

Notes that Ghost Army operations were kept secret for more than 50 years after the war, preventing the soldiers from receiving public recognition for their valor and contributions to saving thousands of American lives.

Highlights that the Ghost Army story is currently used by the United States Army Intelligence School at Fort Huachuca to inspire soldiers in intelligence roles, and that several Arizona residents including Glenn Uhles and Hal Laynor served in these units.

Directs the Arizona Secretary of State to transmit copies of the memorial to the President of the United States Senate, Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, and each Member of Congress from Arizona, and urges enactment of H.R. 2701 and S. 1256.