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S. 366·119th Congress·Introduced Feb 3, 2025

Muhammad Ali Congressional Gold Medal Act

IntroducedSports and RecreationNarrow
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Sponsor
Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA]
Committees
Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee (primary)
Last action
Feb 3, 2025

Bottom line

This bill authorizes a Congressional Gold Medal for Muhammad Ali, recognizing his profound impact on sports, civil rights, and humanitarian efforts in the United States and globally.

What it actually does

This bill authorizes the posthumous award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Muhammad Ali in recognition of his significant contributions to the United States. It directs the Secretary of the Treasury to design and strike the medal, which will then be presented to his wife, Lonnie Ali. The bill also provides for the striking and sale of bronze duplicates to the public and outlines the financial and legal status of these medals.

Section 3(a)

Posthumous Award of Congressional Gold Medal to Muhammad Ali

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This provision authorizes the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to make arrangements for the official presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to Muhammad Ali, posthumously. The medal is intended to honor his extensive contributions to the United States, and following its presentation, it will be given to his wife, Lonnie Ali.

Section 3(b) and Section 4

Design, Striking, and Duplication of the Medal

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This section directs the Secretary of the Treasury to design and strike the gold medal with appropriate emblems, devices, and inscriptions, specifically including an image and the name of 'Muhammad Ali'. Additionally, it authorizes the Secretary to strike and sell bronze duplicates of the gold medal at a price sufficient to cover all associated costs, making commemorative versions accessible to the public.

Section 5 and Section 6

Financial Provisions and Legal Status of Medals

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These sections establish the legal and financial framework for the medals. They declare that medals struck under this Act are considered 'national medals' and 'numismatic items' under relevant sections of title 31, United States Code. Furthermore, the bill authorizes the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund to cover the costs of striking the medals and mandates that all proceeds from the sale of duplicate bronze medals be deposited back into this fund.

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