Roberto Clemente Commemorative Coin Act

1/3/2025, 6:56 PM

Roberto Clemente Commemorative Coin Act

This bill directs the Department of the Treasury to mint and issue coins in recognition of the life of Roberto Clemente, baseball player and human rights activist. All sales of coins issued under this bill must include a surcharge to be paid to the Roberto Clemente Foundation. 

The Bill 118 hr 6751, also known as the Roberto Clemente Commemorative Coin Act, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of honoring the legendary baseball player Roberto Clemente. The bill proposes the minting of a commemorative coin in honor of Clemente, who was not only a Hall of Fame baseball player but also a humanitarian and philanthropist.

The coin would feature a design that pays tribute to Clemente's legacy and contributions to the sport of baseball and to society as a whole. The bill specifies that a portion of the proceeds from the sale of the commemorative coin would go towards supporting the Roberto Clemente Foundation, which continues Clemente's work of helping those in need.

The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both sides of the aisle recognizing the importance of honoring Clemente's legacy. Supporters of the bill argue that Clemente's impact on and off the field deserves to be commemorated in this way. Overall, the Roberto Clemente Commemorative Coin Act aims to celebrate the life and achievements of a true American hero and to continue his legacy of giving back to those in need.
Congress
118
Number
HR - 6751
Introduced on
2023-12-13
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/13/2023
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Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Roberto Clemente Commemorative Coin Act

This bill directs the Department of the Treasury to mint and issue coins in recognition of the life of Roberto Clemente, baseball player and human rights activist. All sales of coins issued under this bill must include a surcharge to be paid to the Roberto Clemente Foundation. 

The Bill 118 hr 6751, also known as the Roberto Clemente Commemorative Coin Act, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of honoring the legendary baseball player Roberto Clemente. The bill proposes the minting of a commemorative coin in honor of Clemente, who was not only a Hall of Fame baseball player but also a humanitarian and philanthropist.

The coin would feature a design that pays tribute to Clemente's legacy and contributions to the sport of baseball and to society as a whole. The bill specifies that a portion of the proceeds from the sale of the commemorative coin would go towards supporting the Roberto Clemente Foundation, which continues Clemente's work of helping those in need.

The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both sides of the aisle recognizing the importance of honoring Clemente's legacy. Supporters of the bill argue that Clemente's impact on and off the field deserves to be commemorated in this way. Overall, the Roberto Clemente Commemorative Coin Act aims to celebrate the life and achievements of a true American hero and to continue his legacy of giving back to those in need.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint commemorative coins in recognition of the life and legacy of Roberto Clemente.
Policy Areas
Finance and Financial Sector

Comments

APPROVED
WC
Westyn Cooke
@kiwi_fruit_hardtack_broccoli13232
Why are they wasting money on this bill? Who benefits from it?
APPROVED
GD
Gloria Dunn
@tangerine_cinnamon_snap_pea49091
I think this is a great idea! It will be nice to have something to remember him by. Can't wait to see it!
APPROVED
IW
Ibrahim Wall
@mahlab_blackeyed_pea_artichoke79381
I think this bill is a good idea. It will honor a great baseball player and humanitarian. I like the idea of having a coin to remember him by.

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary7/25/2024

Roberto Clemente Commemorative Coin Act

This bill directs the Department of the Treasury to mint and issue coins in recognition of the life of Roberto Clemente, baseball player and human rights activist. All sales of co...

Latest Action12/5/2024
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.