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Congressional Gold Medal for Benjamin Ferencz: Recognizing International Justice and Rule of Law.

This act awards a Congressional Gold Medal to Benjamin Berell Ferencz. It recognizes his service during the post-World War II Nuremberg trials and his lifelong advocacy for international criminal justice and the rule of law. Citizens can see duplicate medals displayed at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum, serving as a reminder of the importance of fighting for justice.
Key points
Awarding Benjamin Ferencz the Congressional Gold Medal for his contributions to international justice.
Recognizing his role in the Nuremberg trials and advocacy for the rule of law.
Bronze duplicates of the medal will be available for sale and displayed at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum, promoting historical education.
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Print number: 117_S_4587
Sponsor: Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY]
Process start date: 2022-07-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Benjamin Berell Ferencz Congressional Gold Medal Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4587.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Awarding Benjamin Ferencz the Congressional Gold Medal for his contributions to international justice.
  • Recognizing his role in the Nuremberg trials and advocacy for the rule of law.
  • Bronze duplicates of the medal will be available for sale and displayed at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum, promoting historical education.
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. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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

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