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Introduced
11/21/2025
11/21/2025
In Committee
11/21/2025
11/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Charles ‘‘Charlie’’ Kirk, in recognition of his unwavering dedication to the American Spirit, even to the point of death at the hand of a terrorist.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the "Charlie Kirk Congressional Gold Medal Act," proposes to award two gold medals to Charles "Charlie" Kirk, recognizing his dedication to the "American Spirit" and his life, which the bill states was tragically ended by a terrorist. The bill's findings highlight Kirk's role as a devout Christian, a husband and father who inspired traditional values, and the founder of Turning Point USA, described as the largest conservative youth organization in the United States, which aimed to promote fiscal responsibility, free markets, and limited government. It also notes his advocacy for patriotism and traditional American values, his hosting of prominent summits and a popular radio show, and his engagement in civil discourse. One medal would be presented to his family, and the other to the Smithsonian Institution for public display, with the Secretary of the Treasury authorized to strike and sell duplicate bronze medals to cover production costs.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (31)
Andy Ogles (R)*,
Andy Barr (R),
Stephanie Bice (R),
Andy Biggs (R),
Sheri Biggs (R),
Lauren Boebert (R),
Josh Brecheen (R),
Vern Buchanan (R),
Eric Burlison (R),
Juan Ciscomani (R),
Mike Collins (R),
Monica De La Cruz (R),
Randy Fine (R),
Mike Flood (R),
Vince Fong (R),
Russell Fry (R),
Paul Gosar (R),
Marjorie Taylor Greene (R),
Andy Harris (R),
Diana Harshbarger (R),
Clay Higgins (R),
Erin Houchin (R),
Mike Lawler (R),
Barry Loudermilk (R),
Anna Luna (R),
Riley Moore (R),
Greg Murphy (R),
Jimmy Patronis (R),
Chris Smith (R),
Jeff Van Drew (R),
Derrick Van Orden (R),
Last Action
Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (on 11/21/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/6278/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr6278/BILLS-119hr6278ih.pdf |
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