Roberto Clemente Commemorative Coin Act
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, the Roberto Clemente Commemorative Coin Act, directs the Secretary of the Treasury to mint commemorative coins honoring the life and legacy of baseball legend Roberto Clemente. The coins will include $5 gold, $1 silver, and half-dollar clad versions, each featuring designs emblematic of Clemente’s life and activism. Proceeds from the sale of these coins, including a surcharge, will be donated to the Roberto Clemente Foundation to support their charitable work.
Key provisions
- Requires the Secretary of the Treasury to mint $5 gold, $1 silver, and half-dollar clad commemorative coins.
- Specifies the design requirements for the coins, including an image of Clemente and relevant inscriptions.
- Establishes a surcharge on each coin sold, with proceeds going to the Roberto Clemente Foundation.
- Sets a 1-year period (January 1, 2027) for the issuance of the coins.
- Allows for bulk sales of the coins at a discount.
- Requires prepaid orders for the coins at a discounted price.
- Outlines procedures for selecting coin designs, including consultation with relevant organizations and review by the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee.
- Ensures that the coin program does not result in a net cost to the U.S. government.
Who is affected
- United States Treasury Department
- Coin collectors
- The Roberto Clemente Foundation
- Baseball fans
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