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Congressional Gold Medal for COVID-19 Vaccine Developers

This act awards a Congressional Gold Medal to individuals who contributed to the development of COVID-19 vaccines. This aims to honor their efforts, which helped protect public health and return to normalcy, indirectly impacting citizens' safety and well-being.
Key points
Honoring Scientists: The act awards a Congressional Gold Medal to those who developed COVID-19 vaccines, highlighting the importance of their work for public health.
Public Recognition: The medal will be available for public display at the Smithsonian Institution, promoting science and education.
Commemorative Items: Bronze duplicates of the medal will be available for purchase, allowing citizens to own a memento and support the Mint's funds.
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Print number: 117_S_2011
Sponsor: Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]
Process start date: 2021-06-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

COVID–19 Vaccine Developers Gold Medal Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2011.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Honoring Scientists: The act awards a Congressional Gold Medal to those who developed COVID-19 vaccines, highlighting the importance of their work for public health.
  • Public Recognition: The medal will be available for public display at the Smithsonian Institution, promoting science and education.
  • Commemorative Items: Bronze duplicates of the medal will be available for purchase, allowing citizens to own a memento and support the Mint's funds.
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 Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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