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The Congressional Gold Medal is the oldest and highest civilian award in the United States, alongside the Presidential Medal of Freedom. [1] It is bestowed by vote of the United States Congress.
Below is a list of recipients of the Congressional Gold Medal, the highest civilian honor bestowed by the United States Congress .
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Dec 8, 2022 · On December 6, 2022, the United States Capitol Police and the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Police Department were awarded the Congressional Gold Medal in a ceremony held in the Capitol Rotunda to recognize their efforts to defend the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.
Mar 22, 2019 · Congressional Gold Medal legislation generally has certain features, including • a short title; • findings that summarize the subject’s history and importance; • specifications for awarding the medal; • instructions, if any, for the medal’s design and striking; • permission to mint and sell duplicates; and • certification that ...
Apr 10, 2024 · Rosie the Riveter became an iconic symbol of the millions of women who worked industrial jobs during WWII. Dozens, now in their 90s and 100s, are accepting a Congressional gold medal on their...
United States Mint Unveils Anwar El Sadat Congressional Gold Medal Design. September 17, 2019 - WASHINGTON – The United States Mint today unveiled the designs for the Anwar El Sadat Congressional Gold Medal in the Department of the Treasury’s historic Cash Room.
U.S. Senators Awarded the Congressional Gold Medal. Since the American Revolution, Congress has commissioned gold medals as its highest expression of national appreciation for distinguished achievements and contributions. Each medal honors a particular individual, institution, or event.
Dec 6, 2022 · Top lawmakers on Tuesday presented officers who defended the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, with Congressional Gold Medals -- the highest honor that Congress can bestow.
Dec 24, 2022 · The bill, known as the Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021, will honor the 14-year-old Black boy who was killed by two white men in 1955 after a white woman...
