Bill · H.R. 485· House(119-HR-485)

Muhammad Ali Congressional Gold Medal Act

Age: 52 years

Indiana

Introduced: 1/16/2025
Last activity: 1/16/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Sponsored by: André Carson
Cosponsors: - 81 - 7

Sports and Recreation

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

The Muhammad Ali Congressional Gold Medal Act aims to posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Muhammad Ali. This honor recognizes his significant contributions to the United States. The Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate are tasked with arranging the presentation of the gold medal. The Secretary of the Treasury is responsible for designing and striking the medal. After the presentation, the gold medal is to be given to Ali's wife, Lonnie Ali. The Act also allows for the creation and sale of bronze duplicates to cover costs.

Yes

Would Black Americans be better off under this?+7
The bill recognizes the significant contributions of a prominent African American figure to the United States.
Would women be better off under this?+5
The bill directs that the gold medal be given to Muhammad Ali's wife, Lonnie Ali, following the presentation.
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+5
The bill honors Muhammad Ali's legacy as a champion of the Civil Rights Movement and racial harmony.