S. 3252 (112th): A bill to provide for the award of a gold medal on behalf of Congress to Jack Nicklaus, in recognition of his service to the Nation in promoting excellence, good sportsmanship, and philanthropy.

Introduced:
May 24, 2012 (112th Congress, 2011–2013)
Sponsor:
Sen. Robert “Rob” Portman [R-OH]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)

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Status

This bill was introduced on May 24, 2012, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

Progress
Introduced May 24, 2012
Referred to Committee May 24, 2012
Cosponsors
37 cosponsors (22R, 14D, 1I) (show)
Committees

Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs

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Last updated May 24, 2012.
9 pages

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5/24/2012--Introduced.
Directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President Pro Tempore of the Senate to make arrangements for the presentation of a congressional gold medal to Jack Nicklaus in recognition of his service to the nation in promoting excellence and good sportsmanship. Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to strike such gold medal and to strike and sell duplicate bronze medals at a price sufficient to cover the costs of the gold and bronze medals.

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  • 31 U.S.C. Chapter 51