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Honoring Shirley Chisholm: Congressional Gold Medal for Political Achievements.

This act aims to posthumously honor Shirley Chisholm, the first African-American woman elected to Congress, with a Congressional Gold Medal. The medal will be given to the Smithsonian Institution for public display and research, allowing citizens to learn more about her contributions to U.S. history. Additionally, bronze duplicates of the medal will be available for purchase, enabling everyone to own a memento of this remarkable figure.
Key points
Posthumous award of the Congressional Gold Medal to Shirley Chisholm, recognizing her groundbreaking political achievements.
The medal will be displayed at the Smithsonian Institution, ensuring public access to Shirley Chisholm's history and legacy.
Bronze duplicates of the medal will be available for purchase, allowing citizens to commemorate this historic figure.
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Print number: 118_HR_1088
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-12]
Process start date: 2023-02-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Shirley Chisholm Congressional Gold Medal Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1088.

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 2023-02-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Posthumous award of the Congressional Gold Medal to Shirley Chisholm, recognizing her groundbreaking political achievements.
  • The medal will be displayed at the Smithsonian Institution, ensuring public access to Shirley Chisholm's history and legacy.
  • Bronze duplicates of the medal will be available for purchase, allowing citizens to commemorate this historic figure.
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. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-12].

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 2025-12-24.

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