Bill114th CongressFiled Nov 30, 2015Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
H.R. 4137
To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Simeon Booker in recognition of his achievements in the field of journalism, including reporting during the Civil Rights movement, as well as social and political commentary.
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Nov 30, 2015)
This bill directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to Simeon Saunders Booker, Jr., in recognition of his achievements in the field of journalism, including his reporting during the civil rights movement and his social and political commentary.
What just happenedNov 30, 2015
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Ryan, Tim [D-OH-13](D-OH)Sponsor
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- Introduced in HouseNov 30, 2015
- Nov 30, 2015IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
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Introduced in House