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Honoring Dr. John Cheng with Congressional Gold Medal for Heroism

This bill aims to posthumously award Dr. John Cheng the Congressional Gold Medal. This recognizes his heroic act of saving many lives during a church attack. For citizens, it signifies that Congress values and commemorates individuals who sacrifice their lives for the good of others, potentially inspiring and strengthening community spirit.
Key points
Posthumous award of the Congressional Gold Medal to Dr. John Cheng for saving up to 40 lives.
The medal will be presented to Dr. Cheng's wife, a symbolic gesture of support for the hero's family.
Bronze duplicates of the medal will be available for purchase, allowing citizens to commemorate this heroic act.
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Print number: 117_HR_7986
Sponsor: Rep. Porter, Katie [D-CA-45]
Process start date: 2022-06-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To award a Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Dr. John Cheng, a hero who died protecting others on May 15, 2022.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7986.

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 2022-06-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Posthumous award of the Congressional Gold Medal to Dr. John Cheng for saving up to 40 lives.
  • The medal will be presented to Dr. Cheng's wife, a symbolic gesture of support for the hero's family.
  • Bronze duplicates of the medal will be available for purchase, allowing citizens to commemorate this heroic act.
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. Porter, Katie [D-CA-45].

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 2025-12-28.

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