H.R. 1626: Edward J. Dwight, Jr., Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025
Latest action, February 26, 2025: Introduced in House
Official summary
Edward J. Dwight, Jr., Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025 This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Edward J. Dwight, Jr., the first African American astronaut candidate in the United States, in recognition of his historic service to the United States, his example of excellence during times of struggle and overt racism, and his contributions in art and Black history.