Artemis II Congressional Gold Medal Act
To award a Congressional Gold Medal to each of the crew of the Artemis II, in recognition of advancing human exploration of space to new heights.
This bill, HB9417, proposes to award a Congressional Gold Medal to each member of the Artemis II crew. This recognition is given for their contributions to advancing human space exploration. The Congressional Gold Medal is one of the highest civilian awards in the United States.
The bill would directly affect the astronauts who are part of the Artemis II mission. By receiving this prestigious award, they will be honored for their dedication and achievements in space exploration. The Congressional Gold Medal serves as a symbol of national appreciation and respect.
As of the latest update on June 24, 2026, the bill has been introduced in the House and referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. This means it is in the early stages of the legislative process and will need to be reviewed and potentially debated before any further action is taken.
