HR 2196 · 96th Congress · Government Operations and Politics

An act to establish a Congressional Award Board to administer a Congressional Award Program designed to encourage initiative and achievement among youths.

Introduced 1979-02-15· Sponsored by Rep. Howard, James J. [D-NJ-3]· House

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Latest: Public Law 96-114.(1979-11-16)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Congressional Award Program Act - Establishes the Congressional Award Program in the United States and its territories to recognize and promote youth leadership and excellence in the areas of expedition fitness, personal creative development, and public service. Creates a Congressional Award Board with a Director to supervise such program. Authorizes the appointment of State award directors under this Act. Exempts the Board, its property, and its income from present and future Federal, State, and local taxation, with specified exceptions. Creates three Congressional Award Medals to be awarded under this Act.…

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Cosponsors (20)

15 Democrats4 Republicans1 Independent