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Honoring Dr. Li Wenliang: Congressional Gold Medal for COVID-19 Transparency Efforts

This act proposes to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to Dr. Li Wenliang. It recognizes his courage in raising awareness about COVID-19 and advocating for transparency, highlighting the importance of free speech and openness in global health crises. The medal will be publicly displayed, and replicas will be available for purchase.
Key points
Posthumous award of the Congressional Gold Medal to Dr. Li Wenliang for his efforts to warn about COVID-19.
Emphasizes the importance of transparency and freedom of speech in global health crises.
The medal will be given to the Smithsonian Institution for public display and research.
Bronze duplicates of the medal will be available for sale, allowing citizens to own a piece of history and support costs.
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Print number: 117_HR_896
Sponsor: Rep. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21]
Process start date: 2021-02-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Dr. Li Wenliang 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_896.

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 2021-02-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Posthumous award of the Congressional Gold Medal to Dr. Li Wenliang for his efforts to warn about COVID-19.
  • Emphasizes the importance of transparency and freedom of speech in global health crises.
  • The medal will be given to the Smithsonian Institution for public display and research.
  • Bronze duplicates of the medal will be available for sale, allowing citizens to own a piece of history and support costs.
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. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

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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