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Sultana Steamboat Disaster Commemorative Coins: Museum Support

This act authorizes the minting of special commemorative coins to honor the tragic 1865 Sultana steamboat disaster. Proceeds from coin sales, including surcharges, will fund the establishment and maintenance of a new museum dedicated to this event, helping preserve historical memory and boost local tourism.
Key points
New commemorative coins will be issued: $5 gold, $1 silver, and half-dollar clad, available starting in 2023.
A portion of each coin's sale price (surcharge) will go towards building and maintaining the Sultana Disaster Museum in Marion, Arkansas.
The coins will be legal tender but are primarily intended for collection and historical preservation, with no net cost to the U.S. government.
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Print number: 117_HR_4703
Sponsor: Rep. Crawford, Eric A. "Rick" [R-AR-1]
Process start date: 2021-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Sultana Steamboat Disaster Commemorative Coin Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4703.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New commemorative coins will be issued: $5 gold, $1 silver, and half-dollar clad, available starting in 2023.
  • A portion of each coin's sale price (surcharge) will go towards building and maintaining the Sultana Disaster Museum in Marion, Arkansas.
  • The coins will be legal tender but are primarily intended for collection and historical preservation, with no net cost to the U.S. government.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Crawford, Eric A. "Rick" [R-AR-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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