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BillHR 8963 · 119

Lance Corporal Dustin Sekula Congressional Gold Medal Act

Introduced
May 21, 2026
Cosponsors
1
Traction
0
Last Action
May 21, 2026

Bill Summary

Awards the Congressional Gold Medal to Lance Corporal Dustin Sekula. Requires the President to strike and present a gold medal in recognition of Sekula's achievements.

Sponsored By

Monica De La Cruz
Republican · Texas · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 21, 2026
  3. May 21, 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 Lance Corporal Dustin Sekula and his family, as they would receive the Congressional Gold Medal in recognition of his service. It also affects the US Mint, which would be responsible for striking the medal.

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 Topic—
CommitteeCommittee on Financial Services
IntroducedMay 21, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

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.