HR 1626 · 119th Congress · Science, Technology, Communications

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

Introduced 2025-02-26· Sponsored by Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]· House

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Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.(2025-02-26)

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[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Edward J. Dwight, Jr., Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025 This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Edward J. Dwight, Jr., the first African American astronaut candidate in the United States, in recognition of his historic service to the United States, his example of excellence during times of struggle and overt racism, and his contributions in art and Black history. …

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