S. 1616 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Bob Dole Congressional Gold Medal Act
S. 1616 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Jul 24, 2017, sponsored by Pat Roberts with 99 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jul 24, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 99
- Policy area
- Congress
- Public law
- Public Law 115-60
What it does
Bob Dole Congressional Gold Medal Act (Sec. 3) This bill directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Bob Dole in recognition for his service to the nation as a soldier, legislator, and statesman.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Pat Roberts (R-KS). Co-sponsors: 46 Democrats, 51 Republicans, 2 Independents.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 24, 2017
- Passed the SenateAug 3, 2017
- Passed the HouseSep 5, 2017
- Sent to the PresidentSep 11, 2017
- Became lawSep 15, 2017
Latest action: Signed by President. (Sep 15, 2017)
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Committees
- Financial Services Committee
- Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee
More
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