Received the National Medal of Technology and Innovation from President Bush
President George H.W. Bush awarded Gates the National Medal of Technology and Innovation — the United States' highest honor for technological achievement — in recognition of his contributions to the personal computing industry and his role in developing software that brought computers to mainstream consumers and businesses. The medal is awarded by the President of the United States to individuals who have made lasting contributions to America's competitiveness, quality of life, and leadership in technology.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bill_Gates#Awards_and_recognition
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