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Roberto Clemente Commemorative Coins: Honoring a Baseball and Humanitarian Legend.

This act authorizes the minting of special commemorative coins to honor the life and legacy of Roberto Clemente, a legendary baseball player and humanitarian. Citizens will have the opportunity to purchase these coins, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Roberto Clemente Foundation for educational, sports, and disaster relief initiatives. This initiative celebrates an important figure in U.S. history and supports charitable causes.
Key points
Issuance of gold, silver, and clad commemorative coins featuring Roberto Clemente in 2027.
A portion of the coin sales (surcharges) will be donated to the Roberto Clemente Foundation to support its mission, including educational, youth sports, and disaster relief programs.
The coins will be legal tender, but their primary purpose is numismatic and commemorative, with no impact on daily transactions.
The project will not incur any net cost to the U.S. Government, as all design and issuance costs will be recovered from coin sales.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6751
Sponsor: Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]
Process start date: 2023-12-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Roberto Clemente Commemorative Coin Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6751.

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 2023-12-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Issuance of gold, silver, and clad commemorative coins featuring Roberto Clemente in 2027.
  • A portion of the coin sales (surcharges) will be donated to the Roberto Clemente Foundation to support its mission, including educational, youth sports, and disaster relief programs.
  • The coins will be legal tender, but their primary purpose is numismatic and commemorative, with no impact on daily transactions.
  • The project will not incur any net cost to the U.S. Government, as all design and issuance costs will be recovered from coin 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. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H6350-6351)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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