Bill119th CongressFiled Feb 25, 2025Science, Technology, Communications
S. 734
Edward J. Dwight, Jr. Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Feb 25, 2025)
Edward J. Dwight, Jr., Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025
This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Edward J. Dwight, Jr., the first African American astronaut candidate in the United States, in recognition of his historic service to the United States, his example of excellence during times of struggle and overt racism, and his contributions in art and Black history.
What just happenedFeb 25, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Who’s behind it
Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO](D-CO)Sponsor
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- Introduced in SenateFeb 25, 2025
- Feb 25, 2025IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee - Feb 25, 2025IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate