S. 4243 · 118th Congress · Congress
Shirley Chisholm Congressional Gold Medal Act
What it does
This act provides for the posthumous presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal in commemoration of Shirley Chisholm, in recognition of her activism, independence, and groundbreaking achievements in politics, including election as the first African American woman in Congress.
The act provides that the gold medal shall be given to and displayed at the Smithsonian Institution.
The act also authorizes duplicate medals to be cast in bronze and made available for sale.
Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Dec 12, 2024 (Public Law). CRS summarizes bills impartially; it does not take positions.
Roll call votes
No recorded roll call votes on this bill. Most bills never get one; many pass by voice vote or unanimous consent, or stay in committee.
Latest action
Dec 12, 2024 · Became Public Law No: 118-150.