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Dr. Norman C. Francis Congressional Gold Medal Act
12/15/2023, 3:54 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1174
Bill 118 hr 1174, also known as the Dr. Norman C. Francis Congressional Gold Medal Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to award Dr. Norman C. Francis with the Congressional Gold Medal. Dr. Francis is being recognized for his significant contributions to higher education and civil rights.
The bill outlines Dr. Francis's impressive career, highlighting his tenure as the president of Xavier University of Louisiana for over 47 years. During his time at Xavier University, Dr. Francis worked tirelessly to promote diversity and inclusion in higher education, as well as advocating for civil rights and social justice.
The Congressional Gold Medal is one of the highest civilian honors that can be awarded by the United States Congress. It is given to individuals who have made a lasting impact on American society and culture. Dr. Norman C. Francis is certainly deserving of this honor, as his work has had a profound influence on the lives of countless students and communities. Overall, the Dr. Norman C. Francis Congressional Gold Medal Act is a bipartisan effort to recognize and celebrate the achievements of a remarkable individual. It serves as a reminder of the importance of education, civil rights, and social justice in our society.
The bill outlines Dr. Francis's impressive career, highlighting his tenure as the president of Xavier University of Louisiana for over 47 years. During his time at Xavier University, Dr. Francis worked tirelessly to promote diversity and inclusion in higher education, as well as advocating for civil rights and social justice.
The Congressional Gold Medal is one of the highest civilian honors that can be awarded by the United States Congress. It is given to individuals who have made a lasting impact on American society and culture. Dr. Norman C. Francis is certainly deserving of this honor, as his work has had a profound influence on the lives of countless students and communities. Overall, the Dr. Norman C. Francis Congressional Gold Medal Act is a bipartisan effort to recognize and celebrate the achievements of a remarkable individual. It serves as a reminder of the importance of education, civil rights, and social justice in our society.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1174
Bill HR 1174 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 24, 2023. Bill HR 1174 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 24, 2023. Bill HR 1174's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of February 24, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1174
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
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0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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Primary Policy Focus
EducationAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1174
Dr. Norman C. Francis Congressional Gold Medal Act
Dr. Norman C. Francis Congressional Gold Medal Act
To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Dr. Norman Christopher Francis, in recognition of his contributions to the United States through his lifelong dedication to education, justice, and public service.
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