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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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Additional Information
Shirley Chisholm Congressional Gold Medal Act
Print number: HR 1088
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-12]
Process start date: 2023-02-17