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Posthumous Congressional Gold Medal for Muhammad Ali: Honoring National Contributions.

This Act honors Muhammad Ali by posthumously awarding him the Congressional Gold Medal, one of the highest civilian honors in the U.S. While the law does not introduce direct changes to citizens' daily lives, it serves as a symbolic recognition of his contributions to sports, civil rights, and humanitarian work. The medal will be presented to his wife, Lonnie Ali, and bronze duplicates will be available for purchase, allowing citizens to own a commemorative piece honoring this figure.
Key points
Authorization to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to Muhammad Ali for his contributions to the Nation.
The medal will be transferred to Muhammad Ali's wife, Lonnie Ali, following the presentation ceremony.
The Secretary of the Treasury is authorized to strike and sell bronze duplicates of the medal to the public.
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Print number: 117_HR_1401
Sponsor: Rep. Carson, Andre [D-IN-7]
Process start date: 2021-02-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Muhammad Ali Congressional Gold Medal Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1401.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorization to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to Muhammad Ali for his contributions to the Nation.
  • The medal will be transferred to Muhammad Ali's wife, Lonnie Ali, following the presentation ceremony.
  • The Secretary of the Treasury is authorized to strike and sell bronze duplicates of the medal to the public.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Carson, Andre [D-IN-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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