The purpose of this legislation is to honor Colonel Young Oak Kim posthumously by awarding him a Congressional Gold Medal. This recognition is meant to acknowledge his extraordinary heroism, leadership, and humanitarian efforts throughout his life, particularly during his military service in World War II and the Korean War. Key provisions of the legislation include the authorization for the presentation of a gold medal to Colonel Kim's family. The design of the medal will be determined by the Secretary of the Treasury, and it will be presented on behalf of Congress.