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S. 1616 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018

Bob Dole Congressional Gold Medal Act

S. 1616 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Jul 24, 2017, sponsored by Pat Roberts with 99 co-sponsors.

During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Jul 24, 2017
Co-sponsors
99
Policy area
Congress
Public law
Public Law 115-60

What it does

Bob Dole Congressional Gold Medal Act (Sec. 3) This bill directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Bob Dole in recognition for his service to the nation as a soldier, legislator, and statesman.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Pat Roberts (R-KS). Co-sponsors: 46 Democrats, 51 Republicans, 2 Independents.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJul 24, 2017
  • Passed the SenateAug 3, 2017
  • Passed the HouseSep 5, 2017
  • Sent to the PresidentSep 11, 2017
  • Became lawSep 15, 2017

Latest action: Signed by President. (Sep 15, 2017)

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Capitol Receipts, “S. 1616 (115th Congress): Bob Dole Congressional Gold Medal Act,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/115-s-1616/bob-dole-congressional-gold-medal-act (accessed 2026-10-17).