H.R. 2131 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
To award a congressional gold medal to President Jose Maria Aznar of Spain.
H.R. 2131 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on May 15, 2003, sponsored by Jim Gibbons with 306 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- May 15, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 306
- Policy area
- International Affairs
What it does
Directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President Pro Tempore of the Senate to arrange for the presentation of a congressional gold medal to President Jose Maria Aznar of Spain in recognition of his contributions to maintaining the security of all freedom-loving nations. Requires the Secretary of the Treasury to strike such medal and authorizes the Secretary to strike and sell bronze duplicates.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jim Gibbons (R-NV). Co-sponsors: 110 Democrats, 196 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 15, 2003
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 267. (Apr 20, 2004)
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