250th Anniversary of the United States Marine Corps Commemorative Coin Act

12/15/2023, 3:54 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1096

Bill 118 hr 1096, also known as the 250th Anniversary of the United States Marine Corps Commemorative Coin Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to authorize the minting and issuance of commemorative coins in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps.

If passed, this bill would allow for the production of a limited number of commemorative coins to honor the long and storied history of the Marine Corps. The coins would be available for purchase by the public, with the proceeds going towards supporting the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation.

The coins would feature designs that pay tribute to the Marine Corps and its contributions to the United States. The bill also outlines the specifications for the coins, including their size, weight, and composition. Overall, the 250th Anniversary of the United States Marine Corps Commemorative Coin Act aims to celebrate and honor the Marine Corps on its milestone anniversary. It provides a way for the public to show their support for the Marine Corps while also raising funds for the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation.

Congressional Summary of HR 1096

250th Anniversary of the United States Marine Corps Commemorative Coin Act

This bill directs the Department of the Treasury to mint and issue not more than 50,000 $5 gold coins, 400,000 $1 silver coins, and 750,000 half-dollar clad coins emblematic of the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps.

All surcharges received by Treasury from the sale of such coins must be paid to the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation and shall only be used for the purposes of supporting the mission of the Marine Corps Heritage Center.

Current Status of Bill HR 1096

Bill HR 1096 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 17, 2023. Bill HR 1096 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 17, 2023.  Bill HR 1096's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 118-10. as of July 26, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1096

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
602
Democrat Cosponsors
192
Republican Cosponsors
410
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1096

Primary Policy Focus

Finance and Financial Sector

Potential Impact Areas

Commemorative events and holidaysCurrencyMilitary historyMilitary personnel and dependents

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1096

250th Anniversary of the United States Marine Corps Commemorative Coin Act250th Anniversary of the United States Marine Corps Commemorative Coin Act250th Anniversary of the United States Marine Corps Commemorative Coin Act250th Anniversary of the United States Marine Corps Commemorative Coin Act250th Anniversary of the United States Marine Corps Commemorative Coin ActTo require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the United States Marine Corps, and to support programs at the Marine Corps Heritage Center.
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