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H.R. 2519Became Law

The American Legion 100th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act

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What it doesSummary public law (Oct 6, 2017)

(This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the House on September 25, 2017. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

The American Legion 100th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act

(Sec. 3) This bill requires the Department of the Treasury to mint and issue gold, silver, and half-dollar clad commemorative coins in recognition and celebration of the 100th anniversary of the American Legion.

(Sec. 5) Treasury may issue coins minted under this bill for only a one-year period, beginning January 1, 2019.

(Sec. 7) All sales of coins minted under this bill shall include a surcharge of $35 per gold coin, $10 per silver coin, and $5 per half-dollar clad coin. Surcharges received shall be paid to the American Legion for costs related to promoting the importance of: (1) caring for those who have served or are serving in the Armed Forces; and (2) maintaining patriotic values, strong families, and assistance for at-risk children.

What just happenedOct 6, 2017

Signed by President.

Who’s behind it

Rep. Walz, Timothy J. [D-MN-1](D-MN)Sponsor
385 cosponsors179 D206 R
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  1. Oct 6, 2017President

    Signed by President.

  2. Oct 6, 2017BecameLaw36000

    Signed by President.

  3. Sep 29, 2017Floor

    Presented to President.

  4. Sep 29, 2017President28000

    Presented to President.

  5. Sep 29, 2017Floor

    Message on Senate action sent to the House.

  6. Sep 28, 2017Floor

    Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S6232)

  7. Sep 28, 2017Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S6232)

  8. Sep 26, 2017IntroReferral

    Received in the Senate, read twice.

  9. Sep 25, 2017FloorH38310

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  10. Sep 25, 2017FloorH37300

    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H7452-7453)

  11. Sep 25, 2017Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H7452-7453)

  12. Sep 25, 2017FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2519.

  13. Sep 25, 2017FloorH30000

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7452-7456)

  14. Sep 25, 2017FloorH30300

    Mr. Barr moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

  15. May 18, 2017IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

    Financial Services Committee
  16. May 18, 2017IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

  17. May 18, 2017IntroReferral1000

    Introduced in House

Public LawOct 6, 201749

(This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the House on September 25, 2017. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

The American Legion 100th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act

(Sec. 3) This bill requires the Department of the Treasury to mint and issue gold, silver, and half-dollar clad commemorative coins in recognition and celebration of the 100th anniversary of the American Legion.

(Sec. 5) Treasury may issue coins minted under this bill for only a one-year period, beginning January 1, 2019.

(Sec. 7) All sales of coins minted under this bill shall include a surcharge of $35 per gold coin, $10 per silver coin, and $5 per half-dollar clad coin. Surcharges received shall be paid to the American Legion for costs related to promoting the importance of: (1) caring for those who have served or are serving in the Armed Forces; and (2) maintaining patriotic values, strong families, and assistance for at-risk children.

Passed Senate without amendmentSep 28, 201782

(This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the House on September 25, 2017. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

The American Legion 100th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act

(Sec. 3) This bill requires the Department of the Treasury to mint and issue gold, silver, and half-dollar clad commemorative coins in recognition and celebration of the 100th anniversary of the American Legion.

(Sec. 5) Treasury may issue coins minted under this bill for only a one-year period, beginning January 1, 2019.

(Sec. 7) All sales of coins minted under this bill shall include a surcharge of $35 per gold coin, $10 per silver coin, and $5 per half-dollar clad coin. Surcharges received shall be paid to the American Legion for costs related to promoting the importance of: (1) caring for those who have served or are serving in the Armed Forces; and (2) maintaining patriotic values, strong families, and assistance for at-risk children.

Passed House amendedSep 25, 201736

American Legion 100th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act

(Sec. 3) This bill requires the Department of the Treasury to mint and issue gold, silver, and half-dollar clad commemorative coins in recognition and celebration of the 100th anniversary of the American Legion.

(Sec. 5) Treasury may issue coins minted under this bill for only a one-year period, beginning January 1, 2019.

(Sec. 7) All sales of coins minted under this bill shall include a surcharge of $35 per gold coin, $10 per silver coin, and $5 per half-dollar clad coin. Surcharges received shall be paid to the American Legion for costs related to promoting the importance of: (1) caring for those who have served or are serving in the Armed Forces; and (2) maintaining patriotic values, strong families, and assistance for at-risk children.

Introduced in HouseMay 18, 2017

American Legion 100th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act

This bill requires the Department of the Treasury to mint and issue commemorative coins in recognition and celebration of the 100th anniversary of the American Legion.

Surcharges received from the sale of these coins shall be paid to the American Legion for costs related to promoting the importance of: (1) caring for those who have served, and those who are still serving, in the Armed Forces; and (2) maintaining patriotic values, strong families, and assistance for at-risk children.

The American Legion 100th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act — Informed