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First Rhode Island Regiment Congressional Gold Medal Act

Introduced
Feb 13, 2025
Cosponsors
67
Traction
0
Last Action
Jun 15, 2026

Bill Summary

Awards the Congressional Gold Medal to the First Rhode Island Regiment for their service. Requires the President to strike and present the medal in recognition of their contributions.

Sponsored By

Sheldon Whitehouse
Democrat · Rhode Island · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. Feb 13, 2025
  5. Jun 15, 2026You Are Here

    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 the First Rhode Island Regiment, honoring them with the Congressional Gold Medal, and their descendants or representatives who would receive the medal on their behalf.

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
67backers
  • Democratic40
  • Republican25
  • Independent / other2
Cross-party cosponsors25 · 38%

Documents

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Cosponsors (67)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMilitary & Foreign
CommitteeSenate Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedFeb 13, 2025
Last UpdatedJun 15, 2026
Latest ActionHeld at the desk.
Subjects
  • Military

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.