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Honoring President Johnson: Congressional Gold Medal for Landmark Acts

This bill proposes to posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Lyndon Baines Johnson, the 36th President of the United States. The medal aims to honor his contributions to the passage of landmark legislation that significantly impacted civil rights, healthcare, education, and immigration, transforming the lives of millions of Americans.
Key points
Establishment of a Congressional Gold Medal for President Johnson in recognition of his historic legislative achievements.
Acknowledgment of acts that removed voting barriers, introduced Medicare (healthcare for seniors), prohibited discrimination, expanded access to higher education, and reformed the immigration system.
The medal will be given to the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum for public display and research.
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Print number: 118_HR_230
Sponsor: Rep. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18]
Process start date: 2023-01-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Lyndon Baines Johnson, the 36th President of the United States whose visionary leadership secured passage of the landmark Voting Rights Act of 1965, Social Security Amendments Act (Medicare) of 1965, Civil Rights Act of 1964, Higher Education Act of 1965, and Immigration and Naturalization Act of 1965.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_230.

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 2023-01-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of a Congressional Gold Medal for President Johnson in recognition of his historic legislative achievements.
  • Acknowledgment of acts that removed voting barriers, introduced Medicare (healthcare for seniors), prohibited discrimination, expanded access to higher education, and reformed the immigration system.
  • The medal will be given to the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum for public display and research.
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. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

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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