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DemocratBill · S. 734· Senate(119-S-734)

Edward J. Dwight, Jr. Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025

Rep. Bennet
Age: 62 years
Colorado
Introduced
2/25/2025
Last activity
2/25/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Sponsored by
Michael Bennet
Cosponsors
Democrat - 4Republican - 1
Science, Technology, Communications
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the ``Edward J. Dwight, Jr. Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025'', proposes to award a Congressional Gold Medal to Edward J. Dwight, Jr. He was the first African American astronaut candidate in the United States. The medal recognizes his historic service, his excellence during times of racism, and his contributions to art and Black history. The Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate are responsible for arranging the presentation. The Secretary of the Treasury will oversee the design and striking of the gold medal.

Yes· 3 of 5

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

    The bill celebrates the historic contributions and overcoming of racial obstacles by a prominent African American figure.

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

    The bill honors the historic service and excellence of the first African American astronaut candidate during the Civil Rights Era.

  • Would people over 65 be better off under this?+3

    The bill honors the achievements of a 90-year-old individual.

The opposite

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