H.R. 5521, the Peace Corps Volunteers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025, awards a Congressional Gold Medal to recognize nearly 250,000 Peace Corps volunteers who have served since the program's inception in 1961 through December 31, 2026. The bill honors these volunteers' 65 years of dedication to world peace, development, and cultural exchange across more than 140 countries, particularly acknowledging their work in agriculture, education, health, and community development. Congress directs that the gold medal be produced and presented to the Peace Corps in a formal ceremony by September 22, 2026, held in the Capitol Rotunda or another appropriate venue. The U.S. Mint Public Enterprise Fund will cover all costs for striking the medals, with revenue from any duplicate bronze medals sold returning to that fund to create a self-sustaining arrangement. This legislation formally recognizes the Peace Corps volunteers' significant contributions to promoting American values of peace and friendship while advancing development initiatives worldwide.
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