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HR 8521118th CongressFailed / ExpiredHouse

Joan Trumpauer Mulholland Congressional Gold Medal Act

Policy Area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
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Origin Chamber
House
Last Updated
Aug 22, 2024
Latest Action Date
May 23, 2024

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

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Executive Summary

The Joan Trumpauer Mulholland Congressional Gold Medal Act is a bill introduced in the 118th Congress to award Joan Trumpauer Mulholland the Congressional Gold Medal. This medal is one of the highest civilian honors in the United States, recognizing individuals for distinguished achievements and contributions. The bill was referred to the House Committee on Financial Services but has since failed or expired without further legislative action. There is no official summary or full text available for detailed provisions or implementation specifics.

Bottom Line

This bill sought to honor Joan Trumpauer Mulholland with a Congressional Gold Medal but did not advance beyond committee referral and ultimately expired.

Policy Risk Level
🟢 Low
Neutral Risk Assessment
Key Points
  • The bill proposes awarding the Congressional Gold Medal to Joan Trumpauer Mulholland.
  • It was introduced in the House of Representatives during the 118th Congress.
  • The bill was referred to the House Committee on Financial Services and did not progress further.
Who Benefits?

['Joan Trumpauer Mulholland as the honoree of the Congressional Gold Medal', 'The U.S. Congress as the awarding body', 'The general public, through recognition of civil rights contributions']

Potential Concerns

['No specific implementation or funding details are available, which may affect cost transparency.', 'Lack of detailed bill text limits understanding of administrative or procedural requirements.', 'The bill’s failure to advance suggests possible legislative or procedural barriers.']

Political Context

The bill was introduced in the 118th Congress and referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. Congressional Gold Medals are traditionally awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to American society. The bill’s status as failed or expired indicates it did not receive sufficient legislative support or priority to move forward.

Hidden Impact Review

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Indirect Effects

['Recognition of Joan Trumpauer Mulholland could raise public awareness of civil rights history and contributions.', 'Awarding the medal may encourage similar honors for other civil rights figures in the future.']

GovScope Watchdog Notes

The absence of full bill text and official summary limits transparency and public understanding of the bill’s provisions and potential costs. The bill’s failure to advance past committee referral highlights the importance of monitoring legislative progress and ensuring clear documentation for honors-related legislation.

Passage Likelihood: LowConfidence: 85%Model: gpt-4.1-mini

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