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Roberto Clemente Commemorative Coins: Honoring a Legend, Supporting a Foundation.

This act mandates the minting of special coins to honor the life and legacy of Roberto Clemente, a legendary baseball player and humanitarian. These coins, available in various denominations, will be sold with a surcharge that will be donated to the Roberto Clemente Foundation for educational, sports, and disaster relief initiatives. Citizens can acquire unique collector's items while supporting important social causes.
Key points
New commemorative coins will be minted: $5 gold, $1 silver, and half-dollar coins, honoring Roberto Clemente.
A portion of the coin's price (a surcharge) will go to the Roberto Clemente Foundation to support educational, youth sports, and disaster relief programs.
The coins will only be available for purchase in 2027, making them a limited edition for collectors and fans.
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Print number: 119_HR_1787
Sponsor: Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]
Process start date: 2025-03-03
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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 119_HR_1787.

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 2025-03-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New commemorative coins will be minted: $5 gold, $1 silver, and half-dollar coins, honoring Roberto Clemente.
  • A portion of the coin's price (a surcharge) will go to the Roberto Clemente Foundation to support educational, youth sports, and disaster relief programs.
  • The coins will only be available for purchase in 2027, making them a limited edition for collectors and fans.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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: 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 2025-12-22.

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