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Muhammad Ali Congressional Gold Medal Act: Honoring Contributions to the Nation

This Act posthumously awards the Congressional Gold Medal, the highest civilian honor, to Muhammad Ali. It recognizes his profound contributions to sports, humanitarian causes, and the Civil Rights Movement. While the law does not change daily regulations for citizens, it serves as a national acknowledgment of the values of justice, peace, and perseverance that Ali championed.
Key points
Posthumous award of the Congressional Gold Medal to Muhammad Ali for his national contributions.
The medal will be presented to his wife, Lonnie Ali, following the official ceremony.
The Treasury Secretary is authorized to strike and sell bronze duplicates of the medal, with proceeds supporting the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund.
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Print number: 118_HR_709
Sponsor: Rep. Carson, Andre [D-IN-7]
Process start date: 2023-02-01