H.R. 1821 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
To award a congressional gold medal to Dr. Dorothy Height in recognition of her many contributions to the Nation.
H.R. 1821 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Apr 11, 2003, sponsored by Diane Watson with 294 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Apr 11, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 294
- Policy area
- Commemorations
- Public law
- Public Law 108-162
What it does
Authorizes the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President Pro Tempore of the Senate to arrange for the presentation to Dr. Dorothy Height (President of the National Council of Negro Women) of a congressional gold medal in recognition of her many contributions to the Nation.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Diane Watson (D-CA). Co-sponsors: 200 Democrats, 93 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 11, 2003
- Passed the HouseOct 15, 2003
- Passed the SenateNov 21, 2003
- Sent to the PresidentNov 26, 2003
- Became lawDec 6, 2003
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-162. (Dec 6, 2003)
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Committees
- Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee
- Financial Services Committee
More
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