This bill, titled the Charles B. Rangel Congressional Gold Medal Act, mandates the posthumous award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Charles B. Rangel . The medal honors his distinguished life and career as an American trailblazer and public servant, recognizing his significant contributions to elevating the voices and interests of underserved communities , bolstering the United States' reputation on the global stage, and co-founding the Congressional Black Caucus . Rangel's early life included decorated service in the Korean War, earning a Bronze Star with Valor and a Purple Heart, before he utilized the G.I. Bill to pursue higher education and a career in law and public service. During his extensive congressional career, Rangel was reelected 23 times and became a prominent figure, notably as a co-founder and later Chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus. He championed legislation benefiting vulnerable populations, such as the Child Care and Development Block Grants and the Earned Income Tax Credit, and advocated for human rights by rescinding tax credits for companies in apartheid South Africa. Rangel also established the Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Fellowship Program and was the primary force behind the African Growth and Opportunity Act, fostering trade and diplomatic ties. As Chair of the powerful Ways and Means Committee, he was instrumental in the development and passage of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act , significantly expanding healthcare coverage. The gold medal, after presentation, will be given to his children, and duplicate bronze medals will be available for sale.