Peace Corps Volunteers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025
HR 5521, the Peace Corps Volunteers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025, authorizes a single Congressional Gold Medal to be awarded to the Peace Corps organization. The medal recognizes all volunteers who served between August 1961 and December 2026, commemorating their 65-year contributions to global development and international relations. The award, to be presented by September 22, 2026, will be displayed at Peace Corps headquarters and other relevant locations. This symbolic honor acknowledges volunteers' work in sectors like education, health, and community development across 140+ countries.
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Introduced Sep 19, 2025
Last action Sep 19, 2025
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Sep 19, 2025
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Sep 19, 2025
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Betty McCollum
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Andrea Salinas
DDemocratic
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Angie Craig
DDemocratic
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Aumua Amata Coleman Radewagen
RRepublican
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Bennie G. Thompson
DDemocratic
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Brian K. Fitzpatrick
RRepublican
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Derek Tran
DDemocratic
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Dina Titus
DDemocratic
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Dwight Evans
DDemocratic
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Eleanor Holmes Norton
DDemocratic
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Gabe Evans
RRepublican
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