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BillHR 8594 · 119

Congressional Gold Medal For Inspiring Great Heroism and Tenacity (FIGHT) Act

Introduced
Apr 30, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 30, 2026

Bill Summary

Awards the Congressional Gold Medal to individuals who demonstrate great heroism and tenacity. Requires the President to present the medal on behalf of Congress.

Sponsored By

Clay Fuller
Republican · Georgia · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 30, 2026
  3. Apr 30, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects individuals who have demonstrated exceptional heroism and tenacity, as they would be eligible to receive the Congressional Gold Medal. The recipients would receive formal recognition from the US government for their actions.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicSafety & Crime
CommitteeFinancial Services Committee
IntroducedApr 30, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 30, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Subjects
  • Safety

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.