S. 498: United States Colored Troops Congressional Gold Medal Act
A Senate bill (S.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.
Overview
| Congress | 119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026) |
|---|---|
| Type | Senate bill (S.) |
| Originating chamber | Senate |
| Introduced | 2025-02-10 |
| Sponsor | Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ] |
| Policy area | Armed Forces and National Security |
| Cosponsors | 3 |
| Latest action | 2025-02-10 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. |
| Last updated | 2025-12-05 |
Summary
Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2025-02-10):
United States Colored Troops Congressional Gold Medal Act
This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to the African Americans who served with Union forces in recognition of their bravery and outstanding service during the Civil War.
Cosponsors (3)
| Name | Party / state |
|---|---|
| Tim Kaine | D VA (original cosponsor) 2025-02-10 |
| Edward J. Markey | D MA 2025-02-13 |
| Andy Kim | D NJ 2025-04-02 |
Full text & official record
The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for S. 498 are published by Congress on congress.gov.
Frequently asked questions
What is S. 498?
S. 498 is a Senate bill (S.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: United States Colored Troops Congressional Gold Medal Act.
Where can I read the full bill text?
The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for S. 498 are available on congress.gov.
Bill data: congress.gov API (official congressional records).