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Selena Quintanilla Commemorative Coin Act

This act mandates the minting of special commemorative coins honoring Selena Quintanilla, a renowned Tejano music artist. These coins, available in various denominations, will be legal tender, and their sale aims to support the Corpus Christi Museum, including an exhibit dedicated to Selena. Citizens will be able to purchase these coins as collector's items, while also supporting a cultural institution.
Key points
New commemorative coins will be minted: gold ($5), silver ($1), and clad half-dollar ($0.50) featuring Selena Quintanilla.
The coins will be available for purchase only in 2029 and will be legal tender.
A portion of the proceeds from coin sales (a surcharge) will go to the Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History, including a Selena exhibit.
The minting of these coins will not incur any net cost to the Federal Government, with expenses covered by sales.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2834
Sponsor: Rep. De La Cruz, Monica [R-TX-15]
Process start date: 2025-04-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Selena Commemorative Coin Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2834.

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 2025-04-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New commemorative coins will be minted: gold ($5), silver ($1), and clad half-dollar ($0.50) featuring Selena Quintanilla.
  • The coins will be available for purchase only in 2029 and will be legal tender.
  • A portion of the proceeds from coin sales (a surcharge) will go to the Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History, including a Selena exhibit.
  • The minting of these coins will not incur any net cost to the Federal Government, with expenses covered by sales.
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. De La Cruz, Monica [R-TX-15].

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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