S. 1401 · 111th Congress · 2009–2010
A bill to provide for the award of a gold medal on behalf of Congress to Arnold Palmer in recognition of his service to the Nation in promoting excellence and good sportsmanship in golf.
S. 1401 in the 111th Congress (2009–2010) was introduced on Jul 7, 2009, sponsored by Mel Martinez with 20 co-sponsors.
During the 111th Congress (2009–2010), Barack Obama was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Jul 7, 2009
- Co-sponsors
- 20
- Policy area
- Sports and Recreation
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 Arnold Palmer (golf professional) in recognition of his service to the nation in promoting excellence and good sportsmanship.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Mel Martinez (R-FL). Co-sponsors: 6 Democrats, 14 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 7, 2009
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (Jul 7, 2009)
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