HB5363: Robert Cleckler (Bobby) Bowden Congressional Gold Medal Act
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
To award posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal to Robert Cleckler ("Bobby") Bowden, in honor of his achievements both on and off the football field.
Plain-language summary
This bill would award a Congressional Gold Medal to Bobby Bowden, a legendary college football coach, after his death. A Congressional Gold Medal is the highest honor Congress can give to recognize extraordinary achievements and contributions to the nation. Bowden was famous for his long coaching career and his influence beyond football. The bill recognizes his accomplishments both as a coach and as a person in his community. The bill was recently introduced in Congress and is currently being reviewed.
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HB5363: Robert Cleckler (Bobby) Bowden Congressional Gold Medal Act
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Sponsors
Neal Dunn
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (9)
Byron Donalds
Michael Waltz
Daniel Webster
Gus Bilirakis
Vern Buchanan