To provide for the award of a gold medal on behalf of Congress to Arnold Palmer in recognition of his service to the Nation in promoting excellence and good sportsmanship in golf.
Latest Action
Became Public Law No: 111-65.
Official Summary
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The expanded summary of the House passed version is repeated here.) Directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President Pro Tempore of the Senate to arrange for the presentation of a congressional gold medal to Arnold Palmer (golf professional) in recognition of his service to the nation in promoting excellence and good sportsmanship. Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to strike and sell duplicates in bronze of such medal. Requires proceeds from the sale of such medals to be deposited into the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund.
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AI Government Intelligence™This bill directs congressional leaders to arrange for the awarding of a congressional gold medal to Arnold Palmer in recognition of his contributions to the nation through promoting excellence and good sportsmanship in golf. It authorizes the Treasury Secretary to produce and sell bronze duplicates of the medal, with proceeds going to the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund. The bill was signed into law on September 30, 2009.
The bill authorizes the awarding of a congressional gold medal to Arnold Palmer to honor his impact on golf and sportsmanship, and allows for the sale of bronze duplicates to support the Mint's fund.
- Directs the Speaker of the House and President Pro Tempore of the Senate to arrange the presentation of a congressional gold medal to Arnold Palmer.
- Recognizes Arnold Palmer's service to the nation in promoting excellence and good sportsmanship in golf.
- Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to strike and sell bronze duplicates of the medal, with proceeds deposited into the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund.
Arnold Palmer is the primary individual recognized by this bill. The United States Mint may benefit from proceeds generated by the sale of bronze duplicates. The general public may also benefit symbolically from the recognition of sportsmanship and excellence in golf.
The bill does not specify the cost of producing the medals or the administrative expenses involved. There may be considerations regarding the management and transparency of proceeds from the sale of bronze duplicates. No information is provided on any potential impact on federal spending or resource allocation.
This bill falls under the Sports and Recreation policy area and was introduced in the House during the 111th Congress. It was signed into law, indicating successful passage through both chambers and executive approval. The latest action confirms it became Public Law No: 111-65 in 2009.
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The bill may enhance public recognition of sportsmanship and excellence in golf, potentially encouraging similar honors in the future. Sales of bronze duplicates could provide modest financial support to the United States Mint's operations.
The full text of the bill is not provided, limiting detailed analysis. Citizens may want to review the management of proceeds from medal sales and any administrative costs. The bill's passage as law indicates it completed the legislative process without amendment.
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