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Commemorative Coins for US Foreign Service: Supporting Diplomacy

This act introduces new commemorative coins to honor the U.S. Foreign Service and its contributions to diplomacy. Sales of these coins aim to raise funds for an organization dedicated to diplomatic history, without burdening the national budget. Citizens will have the opportunity to purchase these coins, thereby supporting the diplomatic heritage of the USA.
Key points
Three types of commemorative coins will be minted: $5 gold coins, $1 silver coins, and half-dollar clad coins.
The coins will be available for purchase only for a one-year period, starting January 1, 2029.
A surcharge from each coin sale will be paid to the Association for Diplomatic Studies and Training, which preserves U.S. diplomatic history.
The program is designed to incur no net cost to the U.S. Government, with all expenses covered by coin sales.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2229
Sponsor: Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK]
Process start date: 2025-07-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

United States Foreign Service Commemorative Coin Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2229.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Three types of commemorative coins will be minted: $5 gold coins, $1 silver coins, and half-dollar clad coins.
  • The coins will be available for purchase only for a one-year period, starting January 1, 2029.
  • A surcharge from each coin sale will be paid to the Association for Diplomatic Studies and Training, which preserves U.S. diplomatic history.
  • The program is designed to incur no net cost to the U.S. Government, with all expenses covered by coin 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 Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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