H.R. 3622: Joan Trumpauer Mulholland Congressional Gold Medal Act
This bill is known as the "Joan Trumpauer Mulholland Congressional Gold Medal Act." Its primary purpose is to award a Congressional Gold Medal to Joan Trumpauer Mulholland in recognition of her significant contributions to American society through her lifelong dedication to social justice and equality.
Key Provisions of the Bill
- Awarding the Gold Medal: The bill mandates that the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate arrange for the presentation of a gold medal to Joan Trumpauer Mulholland, acknowledging her commitment to social justice and equality with great personal risk.
- Design and Production: The Secretary of the Treasury is tasked with designing and striking the gold medal, ensuring it carries appropriate emblems, devices, and inscriptions reflective of her contributions.
- Delivery of the Medal: After its presentation, the medal is to be awarded to Joan Trumpauer Mulholland or, if she is unavailable, to her son, Loki Mulholland.
- Duplicate Medals: The bill allows for the creation and sale of bronze duplicates of the gold medal to cover the costs of the production. Proceeds from these sales would be deposited into the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund.
- Status of Medals: The bill designates the medals as national medals under U.S. law and categorizes them as numismatic items, which may have certain legal and financial considerations.
Background on Joan Trumpauer Mulholland
The bill highlights the life and accomplishments of Joan Trumpauer Mulholland, who was born on September 14, 1941, and became a prominent figure in the Civil Rights Movement. She is recognized for her:- Early exposure to racial inequality, which inspired her lifelong commitment to activism.
- Involvement in significant events such as the Greensboro sit-ins and the Freedom Rides.
- Role as a civil rights educator and advocate for a multicultural society.
- Efforts that encompassed direct action and educational activities throughout her life.
- Recognition and awards for her contributions to civil rights and advocacy.
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| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| May. 29, 2025 | Introduced in House |
| May. 29, 2025 | Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. |
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