H.R.5621: To posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Lawrence Eugene "Larry" Doby in recognition of his achievements and contributions to American major league athletics, civil rights, and the Armed Forces during WWII.

About This Bill

  • Introduced July 5, 2016
  • Latest Major Action July 5, 2016

Bill Cosponsors

292 (136 Democrats, 156 Republicans)

Bill Summary

This bill directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the posthumous presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to Larry Doby in recognition of his achievements and contributions to American major league athletics, civil rights, and the Armed Forces during World War II.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
July 5, 2016
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
July 5, 2016

Introduced in the House by Bill Pascrell Jr. (D-N.J.)

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