Prime Minister Golda Meir Commemorative Coin Act

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 1300 Prime Minister Golda Meir 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.

1/26/2024, 5:15 AM

Summary of Bill S 1300

Bill 118 s 1300, also known as the Prime Minister Golda Meir Commemorative Coin Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to authorize the minting and issuance of a commemorative coin in honor of Golda Meir, who served as the Prime Minister of Israel from 1969 to 1974.

The coin would be minted in recognition of Golda Meir's contributions to the state of Israel and her leadership during a pivotal time in the country's history. The bill specifies that the coin would be minted in gold, silver, and half-dollar clad versions, with the design subject to the approval of the Secretary of the Treasury.

The bill also outlines the distribution and sale of the commemorative coin, with proceeds from the sale going towards the costs associated with minting and issuing the coin. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the Secretary of the Treasury to consult with the Commission of Fine Arts and the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee in the design and production of the coin. Overall, the Prime Minister Golda Meir Commemorative Coin Act seeks to honor the legacy of Golda Meir and her contributions to Israel through the minting and issuance of a commemorative coin.

Congressional Summary of S 1300

Prime Minister Golda Meir 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 in commemoration of Golda Meir, former Prime Minister of Israel, and the 75th anniversary of the United States-Israel relationship.

All surcharges received by Treasury from the sale of such coins must be paid to the American Friends of Kiryat Sanz Laniado Hospital Inc.

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Current Status of Bill S 1300

Bill S 1300 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 26, 2023. Bill S 1300 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 26, 2023. Bill S 1300's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of April 26, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1300

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Finance and Financial Sector

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1300

Prime Minister Golda Meir Commemorative Coin Act

A bill to require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in recognition of the late Prime Minister Golda Meir and the 75th anniversary of the United States-Israel relationship.