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S. 567 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the First Rhode Island Regiment, in recognition of their dedicated service during the Revolutionary War.
February 13, 2025
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:119
Words:1,516
S. 567 aims to collectively award a Congressional Gold Medal to the First Rhode Island Regiment, acknowledging their brave service during the Revolutionary War. The bill highlights the regiment's unique history, including the enlistment of men of African, Indigenous, and...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to give a special shiny medal to a group of soldiers called the First Rhode Island Regiment because they did brave things a long, long time ago, and some of them were the first to work together even though they looked different from each other.
H. R. 2081 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal to members of the Red Cross Supplemental Recreational Activities Overseas (SRAO) program, also known as the Donut Dollies, who served honorably during the Vietnam conflict.
March 11, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:1,329
H. R. 2081 is a bill introduced in the 119th Congress that proposes awarding a Congressional Gold Medal to the members of the Red Cross Supplemental Recreational Activities Overseas (SRAO) program, known as the "Donut Dollies," who served during the Vietnam conflict. These volunteers provided...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to give a special gold medal to a group of helpers called "Donut Dollies" who did fun activities with soldiers during the Vietnam War to help them feel better. It also allows for making extra medals to sell, so they can pay for making the gold medal, and suggests that this special medal should be shown in a museum.
S. 142 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal to wildland firefighters in recognition of their strength, resiliency, sacrifice, and service to protect the forests, grasslands, and communities of the United States, and for other purposes.
January 16, 2025
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:119
Words:1,612
The bill, S. 142, proposes awarding a Congressional Gold Medal to wildland firefighters to honor their courage, strength, and service in protecting forests, grasslands, and communities in the United States. It highlights the increasing intensity of wildfires and the critical...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to give special shiny medals to firefighters who bravely fight wildfires to help keep the forests and places where people live safe. They also want to make extra shiny medals to sell to help pay for the cost of making them.
S. 5283 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Robert M. Gates, in recognition of his service to the United States as an intelligence professional, Secretary of Defense, and educator and leader for young people of the United States.
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September 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,056
S. 5283 aims to honor Robert M. Gates with a Congressional Gold Medal for his substantial contributions to the United States as an intelligence expert, Secretary of Defense, and mentor to young people. The bill outlines Gates' numerous achievements and roles, including his...
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Robert M. Gates is being considered for a special gold medal from Congress to say thank you for all the great things he's done for the country, like helping in important government jobs and teaching young people. This means making a shiny medal and selling little bronze copies to help pay for it, but they're not sure how much exactly it will all cost.
S. 4360 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Edward J. Dwight, Jr., the first African American astronaut candidate in the United States.
May 16, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,243
S. 4360 proposes to award a Congressional Gold Medal to Edward J. Dwight, Jr., acknowledging his significant contributions as the first African American astronaut candidate in the United States. The bill highlights his achievements in both aviation and art, underlining the...
Simple Explanation
Edward J. Dwight, Jr. was the first African American chosen to be an astronaut, and this bill wants to give him a special gold medal to celebrate his achievements in flying airplanes and making art. The medal would be a way to say "well done" and remember his important role in history.
H. R. 8735 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Edward J. Dwight, Jr., the first African-American astronaut candidate in the United States.
June 13, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:2,036
H.R. 8735 aims to award a Congressional Gold Medal to Edward J. Dwight, Jr., who was the first African-American astronaut candidate in the United States. The bill acknowledges Dwight's groundbreaking contributions to the country's space program, his achievements during a time...
Simple Explanation
Edward J. Dwight, Jr., who was the first African-American to be chosen as an astronaut candidate, might get a special gold medal from Congress as a way to say "thank you" for his hard work and achievements in space and art. The plan is to also make copies of the medal to sell, which would help remember his important role in history.
H. R. 8760 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Reverend James Morris Lawson, Jr., in recognition of his contributions to the United States through the promotion of nonviolence during the Civil Rights movement and beyond.
June 14, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,541
H.R. 8760 proposes awarding a Congressional Gold Medal to Reverend James Morris Lawson, Jr., to honor his significant contributions in promoting nonviolence during the Civil Rights movement and beyond. The bill outlines Rev. Lawson's extensive history of activism, his role in...
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H.R. 8760 wants to give a special award, called a Congressional Gold Medal, to Reverend James Morris Lawson, Jr. to say "thank you" for helping people stay peaceful during the Civil Rights movement and for continuing to work for fairness and justice for everyone.
H. R. 9647 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal to former President Jimmy Carter in recognition of his service to the Nation.
September 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,088
H.R. 9647 seeks to award a Congressional Gold Medal to former President Jimmy Carter in recognition of his extensive service to the nation. The bill highlights Carter's achievements, including his presidency, work with the Carter Center to improve global health and human...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9647 is a proposal to give a really special gold medal to Jimmy Carter for being a great leader and helping people around the world. It's like giving him a big thank you medal for all the nice things he's done!
H. R. 9329 — To posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Prince Hall, in recognition of his service to the Black Community as the founder of the first Black Masonic lodge.
August 09, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,011
H.R. 9329 seeks to honor Prince Hall by posthumously awarding him a Congressional Gold Medal for his significant contributions to the Black Community as the founder of the first Black Masonic lodge. The bill states that the medal, once awarded, will be displayed at the...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to give a special medal to Prince Hall to say thank you for being a leader and helping the Black Community by starting the first Black Masonic lodge. It also suggests that this medal be shown in a museum so everyone can see it.
S. 4243 — To award posthumously the Congressional Gold Medal to Shirley Chisholm.
May 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,004
S. 4243 proposes to award Shirley Chisholm posthumously with the Congressional Gold Medal in recognition of her trailblazing political achievements and contributions to civil rights. Shirley Chisholm was the first African-American woman elected to Congress and the first African-American to...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to give a special gold medal to Shirley Chisholm, an important lady who did a lot of good things in politics, even after she has passed away. They also plan to make and sell bronze copies of this medal to help pay for making them.
S. 734 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Edward J. Dwight, Jr., the first African American astronaut candidate in the United States.
February 25, 2025
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:119
Words:2,245
S. 734 aims to award a Congressional Gold Medal to Edward J. Dwight, Jr., recognizing him as the first African American astronaut candidate in the United States. The bill acknowledges his significant contributions to the country, both as a talented pilot and an influential...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to give a special medal to Edward J. Dwight, Jr., the first African American astronaut candidate, to celebrate his hard work and talent. It will also allow for making and selling extra copies of the medal to help support the U.S. Mint.
H. R. 1626 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Edward J. Dwight, Jr., the first African-American astronaut candidate in the United States.
February 26, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:2,028
H. R. 1626 aims to honor Edward J. Dwight, Jr., the first African-American astronaut candidate in the United States, by awarding him a Congressional Gold Medal. The bill acknowledges his historic service, his role as an example of excellence during challenging times of overt...
Simple Explanation
Edward J. Dwight, Jr. was the first Black astronaut candidate in the United States, and this bill wants to give him a special medal called the Congressional Gold Medal to say thank you for his hard work and being a great role model. The medal will have his picture on it, and there will also be extra copies made in bronze that people can buy.
H. R. 10002 — To award the Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Edinburg, Texas war hero Lance Corporal Dustin Sekula, in recognition of his heroic life.
October 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:740
H. R. 10002 proposes to award the Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Lance Corporal Dustin Sekula from Edinburg, Texas, to honor his courageous life and service. Lance Corporal Sekula, who joined the Marines at 17 and died in Iraq at 18, was the first Edinburg native...
Simple Explanation
Lance Corporal Dustin Sekula from Edinburg, Texas, who was very brave and served in the military, will be honored with a special golden medal because of his heroic acts. The Congress plans to create this shiny medal in memory of Dustin, and they might sell some bronze copies to collect money for a special fund.
H. R. 8386 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal to President Donald J. Trump in recognition of his exceptional leadership and dedication to strengthening America’s diplomatic relations during his presidency.
May 14, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:888
H.R. 8386 proposes awarding a Congressional Gold Medal to former President Donald J. Trump for his leadership and efforts in enhancing America’s diplomatic relations during his time in office. The bill highlights significant diplomatic achievements, such as President Trump’s...
Simple Explanation
This bill suggests giving a special award to former President Donald Trump to say "thank you" for his work in making friends with other countries when he was President, like meeting Kim Jong Un and helping some countries be friends with Israel.
H. R. 10330 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Daniel Penny, who protected women and children of the city of New York, New York, from violence on May 1, 2023.
December 09, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:800
H.R. 10330 seeks to honor Daniel Penny with a Congressional Gold Medal for protecting women and children on a New York City subway from violence on May 1, 2023. Daniel Penny, a decorated U.S. Marine Corps veteran, is recognized in the bill for his courageous actions that...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to give a special gold medal to a man named Daniel Penny because he helped keep people safe from danger on a subway in New York City. The medal is a way to say thank you for his bravery, and they might also sell copies of it to pay for making the medal.
S. 4687 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal to wildland firefighters in recognition of their strength, resiliency, sacrifice, and service to protect the forests, grasslands, and communities of the United States, and for other purposes.
July 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,628
S. 4687 proposes awarding a Congressional Gold Medal to wildland firefighters in recognition of their strength, bravery, and dedication in protecting U.S. forests, grasslands, and communities. The bill highlights the increasing threat of wildfires, the demanding conditions...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to give a special gold medal to brave firefighters who fight wildfires to keep our forests and towns safe. The medal will be shown in a special place where people can visit it to say thank you to these firefighters.
S. 4680 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Jens Stoltenberg, in recognition of his contributions to the security, unity, and defense of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.
July 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,392
S. 4680 proposes awarding a Congressional Gold Medal to Jens Stoltenberg, recognizing his contributions to NATO's security, unity, and defense. The bill highlights Stoltenberg's leadership as NATO Secretary General, noting his role in increasing defense spending among member...
Simple Explanation
This bill says the United States wants to give a special medal to Jens Stoltenberg because he did an excellent job helping keep the NATO team strong and safe. They also want to make and sell extra bronze copies of the medal to help pay for making it.
H. R. 1097 — An Act To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Everett Alvarez, Jr., in recognition of his service to the Nation.
May 21, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:1,438
H. R. 1097 seeks to award Everett Alvarez, Jr. a Congressional Gold Medal for his exceptional service and sacrifices during the Vietnam War. Alvarez was the first U.S. pilot shot down in the Vietnam War and endured over eight years as a prisoner of war. The bill outlines the...
Simple Explanation
Everett Alvarez, Jr. is a hero who served and suffered during the Vietnam War. This bill wants to give him a special gold medal to say "thank you" for his bravery.
S. 645 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to the North Platte Canteen in North Platte, Nebraska, during World War II from December 25, 1941, to April 1, 1946.
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February 20, 2025
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:119
Words:1,179
S. 645 aims to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the individuals and communities who volunteered or donated items to the North Platte Canteen in Nebraska during World War II, from December 25, 1941, to April 1, 1946. This bill acknowledges the significant volunteer efforts...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to give a special gold medal to the people and communities who helped soldiers during World War II at a place called the North Platte Canteen in Nebraska. The medal will be on display in a museum, and copies will be made to sell, with money going to help pay for making the original medal.
H. R. 1369 — To award posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal to former President Jimmy Carter in recognition of his service to the Nation.
February 14, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:1,152
H.R. 1369 seeks to honor former President Jimmy Carter with a Congressional Gold Medal, recognizing his significant contributions to the country. The bill details Carter's achievements during his presidency, such as promoting civil rights, brokering international peace...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 1369 wants to give a special gold medal to honor Jimmy Carter, a former U.S. President, for his good work in helping people, both as President and after he left office.
H. R. 1933 — To award posthumously a congressional gold medal to James Earl Jones, an American icon, in recognition of a remarkable life in reshaping perceptions, dismantling racial barriers, and advocating for equal opportunities for people of all backgrounds in film and theatre.
March 06, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:1,314
H.R. 1933 proposes to posthumously award a congressional gold medal to James Earl Jones, honoring his significant contributions to film and theatre, as well as his efforts in breaking down racial barriers and advocating for equality. The bill highlights his achievements,...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to give a special gold medal to James Earl Jones to celebrate his amazing work in movies and theater, and for helping make sure everyone has a fair chance.
H. R. 5896 — To award a congressional gold medal to the United Negro College Fund, Inc. and the institutions that make up its membership on the occasion of its 80th year of existence.
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October 25, 2023
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,120
H. R. 5896 proposes awarding a congressional gold medal to the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) and its member institutions to celebrate their 80th anniversary. The bill highlights the significant role Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have played in educating African...
Simple Explanation
Congress wants to give a special gold medal to a group called the United Negro College Fund, which helps Black students go to college, to celebrate 80 years of their hard work. They also plan to make copies of this medal to sell, but there are concerns about how much this will cost and how they will handle the money.

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