James Weldon Johnson Commemorative Coin Act

Bill 117 hr 7469, also known as the James Weldon Johnson 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 honor of James Weldon Johnson, a prominent figure in American history.

James Weldon Johnson was a writer, educator, lawyer, diplomat, and civil rights activist who lived from 1871 to 1938. He is best known for writing the lyrics to the song "Lift Every Voice and Sing," which has become known as the Black National Anthem. Johnson was also the first African American to be appointed as executive secretary of the NAACP, where he worked tirelessly to fight for civil rights and racial equality.

If passed, this bill would authorize the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue up to 50,000 $5 gold coins, 400,000 $1 silver coins, and 750,000 half-dollar clad coins in honor of James Weldon Johnson. The proceeds from the sale of these coins would go towards supporting educational programs and initiatives that promote awareness and appreciation of Johnson's contributions to American history. Overall, the James Weldon Johnson Commemorative Coin Act seeks to honor the legacy of a trailblazing figure in American history and raise awareness of his important contributions to the civil rights movement.