S. 2607 · 117th Congress · 2021–2022
Iran Hostages Congressional Gold Medal Act
S. 2607 in the 117th Congress (2021–2022) became law — introduced on Aug 4, 2021, sponsored by Alex Padilla with 69 co-sponsors.
During the 117th Congress (2021–2022), Joe Biden was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Aug 4, 2021
- Co-sponsors
- 69
- Policy area
- International Affairs
- Public law
- Public Law 117-320
What it does
Iran Hostages Congressional Gold Medal Act This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to the 53 hostages of the Iran Hostage Crisis (November 4, 1979-January 21, 1981) in recognition of their bravery and endurance throughout their captivity.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Alex Padilla (D-CA). Co-sponsors: 42 Democrats, 25 Republicans, 2 Independents.
Where it stands
- IntroducedAug 4, 2021
- Passed the SenateDec 6, 2022
- Passed the HouseDec 14, 2022
- Sent to the PresidentDec 23, 2022
- Became lawDec 27, 2022
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 117-320. (Dec 27, 2022)
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