Roberto Clemente Commemorative Coin Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 6751 Roberto Clemente Commemorative Coin Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Finance and Financial Sector. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/3/2025, 6:56 PM

Summary of Bill HR 6751

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.

Congressional Summary of HR 6751

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.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6751

Bill HR 6751 is currently in the status of Passed in House since December 4, 2024. Bill HR 6751 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on December 13, 2023. Bill HR 6751's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of December 5, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6751

Total Number of Sponsors

Democrat Sponsors

Republican Sponsors

Unaffiliated Sponsors

Total Number of Cosponsors

325

Democrat Cosponsors

239

Republican Cosponsors

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6751

Primary Policy Focus

Finance and Financial Sector

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6751

Roberto Clemente Commemorative Coin ActRoberto Clemente Commemorative Coin ActTo require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint commemorative coins in recognition of the life and legacy of Roberto Clemente.

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