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This bill authorizes the posthumous presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to Charles B. Rangel in recognition of his distinguished public service and significant contributions to the United States. The bill highlights Rangel's remarkable life journey, including his heroic military service during the Korean War, where he was awarded a Bronze Star and Purple Heart for leading 40 men to safety while wounded behind enemy lines. After his military service, Rangel became a prominent political figure, serving 23 terms in the House of Representatives, co-founding the Congressional Black Caucus, and becoming Chair of the powerful Ways and Means Committee. The legislation details his numerous legislative achievements, including work on veterans' rights, international trade agreements, healthcare reform, and civil rights. The gold medal will be designed by the Secretary of the Treasury with Rangel's image and name, and after the ceremony, it will be given to his children, Steven and Alicia Rangel. The bill also allows for the creation and sale of duplicate bronze medals to cover the costs of production, with proceeds deposited into the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund. The medal is intended to honor Rangel's lifelong commitment to elevating underserved communities, strengthening international relations, and advancing social and economic opportunities for diverse populations.

Housing and Urban Affairs

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