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Erie Canal Commemorative Coins: History and Heritage Support

This act introduces the minting of special commemorative coins to mark the bicentennial of the Erie Canal. The sale of these coins, including surcharges, aims to support a fund dedicated to the preservation, education, and tourism development along the Erie Canal. Citizens can purchase these coins, thereby contributing to the historical and recreational heritage of the region.
Key points
New commemorative coins will be minted: $5 gold, $1 silver, and half-dollar coins, honoring the Erie Canal.
Coins will be available for purchase only for a one-year period, starting January 1, 2026.
A portion of the coin's price (surcharge) will go to a fund supporting the Erie Canal's history, preservation, and tourism.
The minting of these coins will not incur any net cost to the U.S. Government, with production costs covered by sales.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5131
Sponsor: Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24]
Process start date: 2023-08-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Erie Canal Bicentennial Commemorative Coin Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5131.

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 2023-08-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New commemorative coins will be minted: $5 gold, $1 silver, and half-dollar coins, honoring the Erie Canal.
  • Coins will be available for purchase only for a one-year period, starting January 1, 2026.
  • A portion of the coin's price (surcharge) will go to a fund supporting the Erie Canal's history, preservation, and tourism.
  • The minting of these coins will not incur any net cost to the U.S. Government, with production costs covered by sales.
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. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24].

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 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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