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25th Anniversary of 9/11 Commemorative Coin Act

6/1/2026, 3:24 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1993

Bill 119 hr 1993, also known as the "September 11th National Memorial Commemorative Coin Act," is a piece of legislation that calls for the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in honor of the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States. The purpose of these coins is to commemorate the lives lost and the bravery shown on that tragic day.

Additionally, the bill aims to support programs at the National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center. These programs are designed to preserve the memory of the events of September 11th and educate future generations about the impact of the attacks.

The coins minted under this legislation will serve as a tangible reminder of the sacrifices made on September 11th and will help raise funds for the important work being done at the National September 11 Memorial and Museum. This bill has bipartisan support and is seen as a fitting tribute to the victims and heroes of September 11th.

Congressional Summary of HR 1993

25th Anniversary of 9/11 Commemorative Coin Act

This bill directs the Department of the Treasury to mint and issue coins to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the United States and the establishment of the National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center.

The sale of all coins issued under this bill must include a surcharge to be paid to the National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center to support operations and maintenance. However, if the issuance of this commemorative coin exceeds certain annual limits, no surcharge may be included.

Current Status of Bill HR 1993

Bill HR 1993 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since May 21, 2026. Bill HR 1993 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 10, 2025.  Bill HR 1993's most recent activity was Received in the Senate. as of May 21, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1993

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
519
Democrat Cosponsors
353
Republican Cosponsors
166
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1993

Primary Policy Focus

Finance and Financial Sector

Potential Impact Areas

- Currency
- Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers
- Terrorism
- U.S. history
- User charges and fees

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1993

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the United States and to support programs at the National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center.
To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the United States and to support programs at the National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center.

Comments

Brielle O'Donnell profile image

Brielle O'Donnell

932

2 months ago

I like this bill. It honors 9/11 and helps me remember.

Cecilia Davenport profile image

Cecilia Davenport

969

1 year ago

Not sure about this.