Congress honors Jimmy Carter with posthumous gold medal
H.R. 1369 — President Jimmy Carter Congressional Gold Medal Act · Filed by Sanford Bishop (D-GA) · 23 cosponsors · Introduced Feb 14, 2025 · Referred to committee
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What it does
This bill authorizes Congress to award a posthumous gold medal to former President Jimmy Carter in recognition of his service to the nation. The medal will be designed and struck by the U.S. Mint, presented on behalf of Congress, and given to the Carter Center in Atlanta; the bill also permits the Mint to produce and sell bronze duplicates to recover costs.
Why we flagged it
This is a standard congressional gold medal bill honoring a deceased former president. It contains no regulatory, appropriations, or policy-altering provisions—purely ceremonial recognition of public service and humanitarian work.
Who it affects
This is a ceremonial honor for a deceased former president with a documented legacy of public service, human rights advancement, and post-presidential humanitarian work. The financial cost is minimal and absorbed by the U.S.