HR10330FEDERALIN_COMMITTEE

Proposed Congressional Gold Medal for Daniel Penny

Original title: Daniel Penny Congressional Gold Medal Act

December 9, 2024

Congressional Gold Medal Daniel Penny New York City U.S. Marine Corps Public Safety

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The Frame

What this does

If passed, this bill would authorize the use of the to cover the costs of designing and manufacturing a gold medal, with proceeds from bronze duplicates returned to the same fund.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Daniel Penny

The bill proposes that he be the recipient of a Congressional Gold Medal.

United States Mint

The agency is tasked with the design, production, and sale of the gold medal and bronze duplicates.

What changed

Current stage: IN_COMMITTEE.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This bill proposes awarding a to Daniel Penny to honor his actions on a New York City subway on May 1, 2023. The legislation authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to design and strike the medal, as well as produce and sell bronze duplicates to cover production costs.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

If passed, this bill would authorize the use of the to cover the costs of designing and manufacturing a gold medal, with proceeds from bronze duplicates returned to the same fund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Congressional Gold Medal?

It is an award bestowed by the United States Congress to honor individuals for distinguished achievements and contributions.

Will taxpayers pay for this medal?

The bill authorizes costs to be paid from the , which is also replenished by the sale of bronze duplicate medals.

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Connected Entities

personPresident pro tempore of the Senate“Responsible for making arrangements for the medal presentation.”Map →

organizationU.S. Marine Corps“Penny's military affiliation.”Map →

locationNew York City“The location where the incident occurred.”Map →

personPresident Biden“Referenced in the finding regarding local government failures.”Map →

personDaniel Penny“The individual being awarded the medal.”Map →

locationNew York“State where New York City is located.”Map →

personSpeaker of the House of Representatives“Responsible for making arrangements for the medal presentation.”Map →

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