S. 1040 · 113th Congress · 2013–2014
A bill to provide for the award of a gold medal on behalf of Congress to Jack Nicklaus, in recognition of his service to the Nation in promoting excellence, good sportsmanship, and philanthropy.
S. 1040 in the 113th Congress (2013–2014) was introduced on May 23, 2013, sponsored by Rob Portman with 71 co-sponsors.
During the 113th Congress (2013–2014), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held the House majority and Democrats the Senate majority.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- May 23, 2013
- Co-sponsors
- 71
- 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 make arrangements for the presentation of a congressional gold medal to Jack Nicklaus in recognition of his service to the nation in promoting excellence and good sportsmanship.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Rob Portman (R-OH). Co-sponsors: 32 Democrats, 38 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 23, 2013
- 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. (May 23, 2013)
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