Bill · H.R. 9417· House(119-HR-9417)

Artemis II Congressional Gold Medal Act

Age: 63 years

Nebraska

Introduced: 6/24/2026
Last activity: 6/24/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Sponsored by: Don Bacon
Cosponsors: - 25 - 25

Science, Technology, Communications

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Artemis II Congressional Gold Medal Act," aims to award a Congressional Gold Medal to each member of the Artemis II crew. The mission is recognized for advancing human space exploration and achieving several historical milestones, including traveling beyond low Earth orbit. The act authorizes the Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange the presentation of these medals. The Secretary of the Treasury is tasked with designing and striking the gold medals, which will depict the four astronauts. Additionally, the bill allows for the creation and sale of duplicate bronze medals.

Yes· 3 of 5

Would Black Americans be better off under this?+5
The bill honors the historic achievement of Victor Glover, the first Black astronaut to travel beyond low Earth orbit and around the Moon.
Would women be better off under this?+5
The bill recognizes historic achievements by female crew members and launch directors involved in the Artemis II mission.
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+5
The bill highlights the achievement of Victor Glover, the first Black astronaut to travel beyond low Earth orbit and around the Moon.