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On the recordJuly 29, 1998
H.R. 3506 was introduced by the gentleman from Michigan (Mr. Ehlers) and cosponsored by 296 Members. It authorizes President Clinton to present to Gerald R. and Betty Ford a gold medal on behalf of Congress and in recognition of their dedicated public service and outstanding humanitarian contributions to the people of the United States, and to commemorate the 85th anniversary of the birth of President Ford, the 80th anniversary of the birth of Mrs. Ford, the 50th anniversary of the first election of Gerald R. Ford to the House of Representatives, and their 50th wedding anniversary. The bill authorizes appropriation of up to $20,000 to cover the cost of providing the medal.
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Michael Castle
Delaware

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Discussing H.R. 3506, a bill to authorize a gold medal for Gerald R. and Betty Ford.

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