On February 1, 2022, President Joe Biden signed into law the Congressional Gold Medal Act, awarding a Congressional Gold medal to the 23rd Headquarters Special Troops, and the 3133 Signal Co. Special, which practiced sonic deception in Italy.

The Congressional Gold Medal is the highest distinction Congress can bestow.  

The bill was sponsored by Senators Ed Markey (D-MA) and Susan Collins (R-Me) in the Senate, and Representatives Annie Kuster (D-NH) and Chris Stewart (R-UT) in the House. 
 
Final pass of the bill capped a seven year effort by the Ghost Army Legacy Project seeking recognition for this unit.  
"The United States is eternally grateful to the soldiers of the 23d Headquarters Special Troops and the 3133d Signal Service Company for their proficient use of innovative tactics during World War II, which saved lives and made significant contributions to the defeat of the Axis powers."
​                   - Text of the Ghost Army Congressonal Gold Medal Act.

Tributes from the Gold Medal Bill's Sponsors

Gold Medal History 

​The Congressional Gold Medal is Congress's highest expression of national appreciation for distinguished achievements and contributions, by individuals or institutions. More than 170 medals have been awarded over the last 250 years. Here’s a little bit more about the medal’s history.

Support
The following organizations supported passage of the Ghost Army Congressional gold Medal Act.

   
Veteran and Military
 
• American Legion
• American Veterans Center
• D-Day National Memorial Foundation
• PSY-OP Regimental Association
• United States Veteran Artist Alliance
• The Patton Alliance
 
State and Municipal
 
• Missouri House Resolution
• Arizona House Resolution
• Kearny NJ Town Council Resolution
 
Museums and Historical Societies
 
• National WWII Museum
• Rhode Island Historical Society
• The Edward Hopper House
• Wright Museum of WWII
 
Other Organizations
 
• Blackstone Valley Tourism Council
• Salmagundi Club
 
​Here are some of our letters of support.