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Congressional Gold Medals for Capitol Defenders: Recognizing Service and Sacrifice

This act awards four Congressional Gold Medals to the United States Capitol Police and other agencies who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. The purpose is to honor their sacrifice and bravery in defending democracy. The medals will be publicly displayed for citizens to remember these events and appreciate the officers' service.
Key points
Honoring Services: Four Congressional Gold Medals will be awarded to the Capitol Police and other agencies for protecting the Capitol on January 6, 2021.
Public Display: The medals will be available for viewing at the headquarters of the Capitol Police, the Metropolitan Police Department, the Smithsonian Institution, and the U.S. Capitol.
Remembering Sacrifice: The act aims to commemorate the fallen and injured officers, highlighting their patriotism and commitment to serving the country.
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Print number: 117_S_2063
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Process start date: 2021-06-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to award four congressional gold medals to the United States Capitol Police and those who protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2063.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Honoring Services: Four Congressional Gold Medals will be awarded to the Capitol Police and other agencies for protecting the Capitol on January 6, 2021.
  • Public Display: The medals will be available for viewing at the headquarters of the Capitol Police, the Metropolitan Police Department, the Smithsonian Institution, and the U.S. Capitol.
  • Remembering Sacrifice: The act aims to commemorate the fallen and injured officers, highlighting their patriotism and commitment to serving the country.
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. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN].

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 2026-01-02.

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