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DemocratBill · S. 498· Senate(119-S-498)

United States Colored Troops Congressional Gold Medal Act

Rep. Booker
Age: 57 years
New Jersey
Introduced
2/10/2025
Last activity
2/10/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Sponsored by
Cory Booker
Cosponsors
Democrat - 3Republican - 0
Armed Forces and National Security
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "United States Colored Troops Congressional Gold Medal Act," seeks to posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to African Americans who served with Union forces during the Civil War. The award recognizes their bravery and outstanding service. The Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate are tasked with arranging the presentation of the medal. Following the award, the medal is to be given to the Smithsonian Institution for display and research. The Secretary of the Treasury is responsible for designing and striking the gold medal. Additionally, the bill allows for the striking and sale of duplicate bronze medals.

Yes· 3 of 4

  • Would Black Americans be better off under this?+8

    The bill honors the historical contributions and service of African Americans during the Civil War through a Congressional Gold Medal.

  • Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+7

    The bill provides formal recognition of the bravery and service of African Americans who served in the Union forces during the Civil War.

  • Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+5

    The bill recognizes the military service of African American soldiers and sailors from the Civil War era.

The opposite

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