U.S. Mint would strike Roberto Clemente coins in 2027
In committeeH.R. 1787Latest action
Sponsor: Adriano Espaillat · Representative · NY
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Official title: Roberto Clemente Commemorative Coin Act
119th Congress
Topics: Jobs & the economy
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Congress would order three Roberto Clemente commemorative coins in 2027, with surcharge proceeds going to his foundation.
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What does this do?
This bill directs the U.S. Treasury to mint three commemorative coins in 2027 honoring Roberto Clemente: a $5 gold coin, a $1 silver coin, and a half-dollar coin. Each coin would carry Clemente's image and the year 2027. Coins would be sold to the public, including through prepaid and bulk orders.
Who does it affect?
The U.S. Treasury would produce and sell the coins. The Roberto Clemente Foundation would receive the surcharge money and be subject to financial audits on those funds.
Why does it matter?
A surcharge added to each coin's sale price would flow to the Roberto Clemente Foundation after the government recoups its production costs. That money would support the Foundation's work in education, youth sports, disaster relief, and historic preservation.
What does it cost, and who pays?
- Surcharges: $35 gold, $10 silver, $5 half-dollar
- No cost to taxpayers
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedMar 3, 2025
- House committeeYou are here · Mar 3, 2025
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.