HR 2524 · 97th Congress · Finance and Financial Sector

A bill to provide for the minting of half dollars with a design emblematic of the 250th anniversary of the birth of George Washington.

Introduced 1981-03-17· Sponsored by Rep. Barnard, Doug, Jr. [D-GA-10]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to Subcommittee on Consumer Affairs and Coinage.(1981-04-01)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Amends the Coinage Act of 1965 to provide for the minting of not less than ten million half-dollar coins with a design emblematic of the two hundred and fiftieth anniversary of the birth of George Washington. Specifies the size and weight of such coins. Specifies certain inscriptions to be placed on the coin. Directs that the sale of such coins to the public shall begin not later than January 1, 1982. Authorizes appropriations.…

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Cosponsors (10)

6 Democrats4 Republicans