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Rosa Parks Commemorative Coins: Honoring a Civil Rights Icon

This act mandates the minting of special coins to honor Rosa Parks, a symbol of the civil rights movement. The sale of these coins, available in various denominations, will support an organization dedicated to youth development and civil rights education. Citizens can purchase these coins, contributing to the remembrance of an important historical figure and supporting social causes.
Key points
New commemorative coins will be minted in $5 (gold), $1 (silver), and half-dollar (clad) denominations, honoring Rosa Parks.
A portion of the sale price of each coin (a surcharge) will be donated to the Rosa and Raymond Parks Institute for Self Development, supporting youth development and civil rights education programs.
The coins will only be available for purchase during the calendar year 2029, making them a limited edition for collectors and those wishing to support the act's purpose.
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Print number: 119_HR_916
Sponsor: Rep. Beatty, Joyce [D-OH-3]
Process start date: 2025-02-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Rosa Parks Commemorative Coin Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_916.

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 2025-02-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New commemorative coins will be minted in $5 (gold), $1 (silver), and half-dollar (clad) denominations, honoring Rosa Parks.
  • A portion of the sale price of each coin (a surcharge) will be donated to the Rosa and Raymond Parks Institute for Self Development, supporting youth development and civil rights education programs.
  • The coins will only be available for purchase during the calendar year 2029, making them a limited edition for collectors and those wishing to support the act's purpose.
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. Beatty, Joyce [D-OH-3].

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 2025-12-23.

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