National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Coin Act
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Overview
This bill directs the Treasury Department to create and sell commemorative coins honoring firefighters who have died in the line of duty and the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial. The coins will come in three denominations – $5 gold, $1 silver, and half-dollars – and will feature designs reflecting the memorial and firefighters’ service. Proceeds from the sale of these coins will be donated to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation to support their mission. The coins will be issued in 2029 and sold at prices covering their production costs plus a surcharge.
Key provisions
- The Treasury will mint and issue $5 gold, $1 silver, and half-dollar coins.
- Each coin will feature designs emblematic of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial.
- All proceeds from coin sales will be donated to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.
- A $35 surcharge will be applied to $5 coins, $10 to $1 coins, and $5 to half-dollar coins.
- Coins will be issued in uncirculated and proof qualities.
- The issuance period is limited to a 1-year period beginning January 1, 2029.
- Prepaid orders for the coins will be offered at a discount.
- The Secretary must ensure that the coin program does not result in a net cost to the U.S. government.
Who is affected
- Firefighters and their families
- The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
- Coin collectors
- The U.S. Treasury Department
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