To award a congressional gold medal to Ray Charles in recognition of his many contributions to the Nation.

H.R. 824 is a bipartisan proposal to posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Ray Charles, recognizing his legacy as one of the most influential musical artists in American history. The bill authorizes the Speaker of the House and the President Pro Tempore of the Senate to present the medal to his personal representative as a tribute to his cultural contributions. While this legislation honors a specific individual’s artistic achievements, it has no direct impact on the taxes, legal rights, or daily lives of private citizens.