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This bill matters because a Congressional Gold Medal is a rare and prestigious award, representing the highest form of national appreciation from Congress for distinguished accomplishments and contributions. By passing this bill, Congress would formally enshrine President Carter's extensive career—from his military service, his presidency, and particularly his impactful post-presidency humanitarian work with the Carter Center and Habitat for Humanity—as worthy of this supreme honor.
If this bill becomes law, it provides a lasting, tangible symbol of national gratitude for President Carter's contributions to civil rights, human rights, peace, and public service. If it does not pass, it would mean Congress chose not to bestow this specific, high-level recognition, though his legacy would, of course, still be remembered and studied in other contexts. It also signifies the types of achievements and public service that Congress deems worthy of such an extraordinary honor.
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This bill matters because a Congressional Gold Medal is a rare and prestigious award, representing the highest form of national appreciation from Congress for distinguished accomplishments and contributions. By passing this bill, Congress would formally enshrine President Carter's extensive career—from his military service, his presidency, and particularly his impactful post-presidency humanitarian work with the Carter Center and Habitat for Humanity—as worthy of this supreme honor.
If this bill becomes law, it provides a lasting, tangible symbol of national gratitude for President Carter's contributions to civil rights, human rights, peace, and public service. If it does not pass, it would mean Congress chose not to bestow this specific, high-level recognition, though his legacy would, of course, still be remembered and studied in other contexts. It also signifies the types of achievements and public service that Congress deems worthy of such an extraordinary honor.
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| AMOUNT | PROGRAM | TYPE | YEARS |
|---|---|---|---|
| such amounts as may be necessary | United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund | discretionary | until costs are covered |