H.R. 1626 · 119th Congress
Edward J. Dwight, Jr., Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025
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Introduced: 2/26/2025
Current status: In committee
Introduced by: Joe Neguse (D · CO-02)
Bill ID: 119hr1626
Latest official action: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
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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.
Source: BILLSUM · Summary date: 2/26/2025
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