Sitting in the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee.
Most bills stop at this point and never get a vote.
Why This Matters
This bill mandates the creation of $1 coins to honor deceased U.S. presidents and their spouses. It ensures that these coins are issued shortly after a president's death.
If you collect coins, this bill will create new $1 coins honoring deceased presidents starting within three years of their passing.
Who this affects
Coin collectors · History enthusiasts · Families of deceased presidents
What changes is this bill making?
1The bill requires the U.S. Secretary of the Treasury to create $1 coins for deceased presidents who have not yet been honored.
2Each coin will feature designs that represent the president and will be issued within three years of their death.
3The bill also allows for bullion coins and bronze medals to honor the spouses of these deceased presidents.
4All coins minted under this bill will be considered legal tender and treated as collectible items.
