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SENATE 734119th CongressRead twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.

Edward J. Dwight, Jr. Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025

Last Action
2/25/2025

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  • 2025-02-25Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
  • 2025-02-25Introduced in Senate

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As of 2025-02-25 (00)

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. 

Cosponsors (6)

  • John Cornyn (R-TX)
  • John Hickenlooper (D-CO)
  • Angus King (I-ME)
  • Alex Padilla (D-CA)
  • Charles Schumer (D-NY)
  • Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY)
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