Bill · S. 2009· Senate(119-S-2009)
Charles B. Rangel Congressional Gold Medal Act
- Introduced
- 6/10/2025
- Last activity
- 6/10/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (text: CR S3317-3318)
- Sponsored by
- Charles Schumer
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the "Charles B. Rangel Congressional Gold Medal Act," seeks to posthumously award a congressional gold medal to Charles B. Rangel. It recognizes his life and career as a public servant, a veteran, and a cofounder of the Congressional Black Caucus. The legislation details his military service during the Korean War and his extensive legislative career in the House of Representatives. It highlights his work regarding international trade, healthcare, and veteran support. The bill authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to strike the gold medal and provide it to Rangel's children.
Yes
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+3
The bill honors a prominent African American leader and co-founder of the Congressional Black Caucus.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+3
The bill recognizes the distinguished military service of Charles B. Rangel.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of Service: The bill awards a congressional gold medal to Charles B. Rangel in recognition of his life, career, and contributions to the United States (Section 3).
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Legacy for Family: Following the official presentation, the gold medal is to be given to Rangel's children, Steven Rangel and Alicia Rangel (Section 3).
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Access to Duplicate Items: The Secretary is authorized to strike and sell duplicate bronze medals, which may be of interest to collectors or others (Section 4).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are identified within the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For African Americans+3Good For Veterans+3
- 6/10/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (text: CR S3317-3318)
- Introduced in Senate
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