S. 734 Introduced Science, Technology, Communications

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

A bill to award a Congressional Gold Medal to Edward J. Dwight, Jr., the first African American astronaut candidate in the United States.

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Passed Senate
  4. Passed House
  5. To President
  6. Became law
Sponsor Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO] Introduced February 25, 2025 Cosponsors 6 (1 R, 4 D, 1 I) Latest action February 25, 2025

Summary

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. 

Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Library of Congress.

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Actions

  1. Feb 25, 2025 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
  2. Feb 25, 2025 Introduced in Senate

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