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DemocratBill · S. 366· Senate(119-S-366)

Muhammad Ali Congressional Gold Medal Act

Rep. Padilla
Age: 53 years
California
Introduced
2/3/2025
Last activity
2/3/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S545-546)
Sponsored by
Alex Padilla
Cosponsors
Democrat - 6Republican - 0
Sports and Recreation
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the ``Muhammad Ali Congressional Gold Medal Act'', seeks to posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Muhammad Ali. The legislation recognizes his significant contributions to the United States, including his athletic achievements and his work in the Civil Rights Movement. It outlines the process for designing and striking the gold medal. The Secretary of the Treasury is tasked with creating the medal, which must feature Ali's name and image. Following the official presentation, the medal is to be given to his wife, Lonnie Ali.

Yes

  • Would Black Americans be better off under this?+5

    The bill recognizes the legacy of Muhammad Ali, a prominent African American figure.

  • Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+5

    The bill honors a civil rights icon whose life work centered on racial equality.

  • Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+3

    The bill honors an individual who dedicated significant effort to Parkinson's research and support.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.