S. 498 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
A bill to authorize the President to posthumously award a gold medal on behalf of Congress to Joseph A. De Laine in recognition of his contributions to the Nation.
S. 498 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) has passed the senate — introduced on Mar 3, 2003, sponsored by Fritz Hollings with 80 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Passed the Senate
- Introduced
- Mar 3, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 80
- Policy area
- Commemorations
What it does
Authorizes the President to award on behalf of Congress a gold medal to Joseph De Laine, Jr., to honor posthumously his father, Rev. Joseph Anthony De Laine (civil rights activist), for his contributions to the Nation.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Fritz Hollings (D-SC). Co-sponsors: 46 Democrats, 33 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 3, 2003
- Passed the SenateJun 25, 2003
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Domestic and International Monetary Policy, Trade, and Technology. (Jul 7, 2003)
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Committees
- Financial Services Committee
- Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee
More
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