Congressional Gold Medal awarded to Edward J. Dwight, Jr., the first African American astronaut candidate.

The Edward J. Dwight, Jr. Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025 awards a Congressional Gold Medal to Edward J. Dwight, Jr., the first African American astronaut candidate in the United States. The medal recognizes his historic service, example of excellence during times of struggle and overt racism, and contributions in art and Black history. The medal will be presented by the Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate. The Secretary of the Treasury will design and strike the gold medal, which will be given to Edward or his son if Edward is unavailable.

Congressional Gold Medal awarded to Edward J. Dwight, Jr., the first African American astronaut candidate.

The Edward J. Dwight, Jr. Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025 awards a Congressional Gold Medal to Edward J. Dwight, Jr., the first African American astronaut candidate in the United States. The medal recognizes his historic service, example of excellence during times of struggle and overt racism, and contributions in art and Black history. The medal will be presented by the Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate. The Secretary of the Treasury will design and strike the gold medal, which will be given to Edward or his son if Edward is unavailable.