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MS HC57

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

2/29/2016

Primary Sponsor

Randall Patterson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Commends and congratulates Jeremiah "Jerry" Joseph O'Keefe for receiving the U.S. Congressional Gold Medal in recognition of his heroic actions as a fighter pilot during World War II
  • Recognizes O'Keefe achieved the rank of ace at age 21 by shooting down seven enemy aircraft, making him one of the youngest Americans to earn this distinction
  • Notes O'Keefe served in Marine Fighter Squadron VMF-323 ("Death Rattlers") and became an "Ace in a Day" while intercepting kamikaze suicide bombers
  • Acknowledges O'Keefe's post-war service including his work as a Mississippi House Representative and Mayor of Biloxi, as well as his other military decorations including the Navy Cross and Distinguished Flying Cross
  • Directs copies of the resolution to be provided to O'Keefe, the Biloxi City Council, and Capitol Press Corps

Legislative Description

Jerry O'Keefe; commend upon receiving United States Congressional Gold Medal for service during World War II.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

2/29/2016

Committee Referrals

Rules2/17/2016

Full Bill Text

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