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

This Act posthumously awards the Congressional Gold Medal, the highest civilian honor, to Muhammad Ali in recognition of his athletic achievements, humanitarian work, and contributions to civil rights. While the Act does not introduce direct changes to citizens' daily lives, it symbolically reinforces the national commitment to values like justice, peace, and perseverance that Ali championed. The medal will be presented to his wife, Lonnie Ali.
Key points
Posthumous award of the Congressional Gold Medal to Muhammad Ali for his contributions to the United States.
The medal will be transferred to his wife, Lonnie Ali, following the official presentation.
The Secretary of the Treasury is authorized to strike and sell bronze duplicates of the medal, with proceeds deposited into the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund.
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Print number: 118_S_3842
Sponsor: Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA]
Process start date: 2024-02-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Muhammad Ali Congressional Gold Medal Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3842.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-02-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Posthumous award of the Congressional Gold Medal to Muhammad Ali for his contributions to the United States.
  • The medal will be transferred to his wife, Lonnie Ali, following the official presentation.
  • The Secretary of the Treasury is authorized to strike and sell bronze duplicates of the medal, with proceeds deposited into the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund.
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. Padilla, Alex [D-CA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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