Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson cosponsored the Iranian Campaign Medal Act. This legislation would authorize the Secretary of Defense to establish and award a United States military decoration to service members who served in Iran in direct support of Operation Midnight Hammer. This legislation is sponsored by Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-TX).
“Taking action to prevent the world’s largest state sponsor of terrorism from obtaining a dangerous nuclear-armed program takes true leadership – both from the White House and our armed forces,” said Rep. Simpson. “The American heroes who rose to the challenge in Operation Midnight Hammer deserve recognition after a historically successful attack. I am proud to honor the courageous servicemembers who carried out the mission – the world is a safer place thanks to their efforts.”
On June 22, 2025, President Trump authorized a precision strike at three Iranian nuclear sites to prevent a nuclear-armed Iran. Executed by 14 American pilots flying seven B-2 bombers, and supported by over 125 U.S. aircraft, including dozens of aerial refueling tankers, a guided missile submarine, and approximately 75 precision-guided munitions, the strike successfully targeted critical Iranian nuclear infrastructure at Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan.
Congressman Simpson is an original cosponsor of this important resolution. The full text is available here.
