S. 709 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
A bill to award a congressional gold medal to Prime Minister Tony Blair.
S. 709 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Mar 26, 2003, sponsored by Elizabeth Dole with 78 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
- Mar 26, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 78
- Policy area
- Commemorations
- Public law
- Public Law 108-60
What it does
Directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President Pro Tempore of the Senate to arrange for the presentation, on behalf of Congress, of a gold medal to Prime Minister Tony Blair of the United Kingdom in recognition of his outstanding and enduring contributions to maintaining the security of all freedom-loving nations.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Elizabeth Dole (R-NC). Co-sponsors: 30 Democrats, 48 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 26, 2003
- Passed the SenateMay 15, 2003
- Passed the HouseJul 14, 2003
- Sent to the PresidentJul 16, 2003
- Became lawJul 17, 2003
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-60. (Jul 17, 2003)
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Committees
- Financial Services Committee
- Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee
More
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