S 734
Edward J. Dwight, Jr. Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 7:28 AM
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Bill overview
This bill awards a Congressional Gold Medal to Edward J. Dwight, Jr., the first African American astronaut candidate in the United States. The medal recognizes his historic service, his perseverance through racial discrimination, and his contributions to both the arts and Black history. The bill outlines the design and presentation of the medal, as well as provisions for creating and selling duplicate bronze medals.
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Angus S., Jr. King
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