Charles Schumer (D-NY)
Roberto Clemente Commemorative Coin Act
A Democratic bill with 4 Republican cosponsors · See all 7 cosponsors
Last activity — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (text: CR S1605-1606)
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Roberto Clemente Commemorative Coin Act," directs the Secretary of the Treasury to mint commemorative coins honoring Roberto Clemente. The coins will include $5 gold coins, $1 silver coins, and half-dollar clad coins. These coins are intended to recognize Clemente's legacy as a baseball star and human rights activist. The designs must be emblematic of his life and include his image on at least one obverse design. Issuance is authorized for a one-year period starting January 1, 2027. All sales will include a surcharge to benefit the Roberto Clemente Foundation.
Yes· 3 of 8
- Scored +5
Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?
The bill commemorates a legendary figure of Hispanic and Puerto Rican heritage.
- Scored +5
Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?
The bill requires that all costs for designing and issuing the coins be recovered before surcharges are disbursed to ensure no net cost to the government.
- Scored +3
Would children be better off under this?
The bill funds the Roberto Clemente Foundation which supports educational and youth sports programs.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Financial Support for Charity: All surcharges collected from the sale of the coins will be paid to the Roberto Clemente Foundation (Section 7(b)). This money is intended to fund the foundation's mission, including costs for educational programs, youth sports, disaster relief, and historic preservation (Section 7(b)).
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Commemoration of a Legacy: The bill provides a way to recognize the life and legacy of Roberto Clemente, including his achievements in baseball and his human rights activism (Section 4(a)(1)).
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Opportunities for Collectors: The coins are considered numismatic items and will be issued in uncirculated and proof qualities (Section 3(c) and Section 5(a)).
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Discounts for Specific Buyers: The Secretary is authorized to make bulk sales at a reasonable discount, and will also offer sale prices at a reasonable discount for those who place prepaid orders (Section 6(b) and Section 6(c)(2)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Specific Negative Impacts Identified: The provided text does not list any provisions that would result in negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The bill commemorates a legendary figure of Hispanic and Puerto Rican heritage. Would children be better off under this? — The bill funds the Roberto Clemente Foundation which supports educational and youth sports programs. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The foundation's mission includes funding for educational and youth sports programs which can benefit low-income communities. Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — The foundation's mission includes funding for general expenses that may support community services.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this make the government pay for what it commits to? — The bill requires that all costs for designing and issuing the coins be recovered before surcharges are disbursed to ensure no net cost to the government.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The bill commemorates a prominent Afro-Latino activist who fought against discrimination. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Surcharges from coin sales are directed to the Roberto Clemente Foundation to fund its mission including educational and youth programs.
- Education And Technology
- Does this make it easier to use public money at a school other than the local one? — The bill directs foundation funds toward educational programs.
- 6/17/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 1/27/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 4/8/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 3/6/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (text: CR S1605-1606)
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
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