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Rosie the Riveter Commemorative Coin Act

2/12/2025, 6:31 PM

Summary of Bill HR 429

Bill 119 hr 429, also known as the Women on the Home Front Commemorative Coin Act, is a proposed piece of legislation that would require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in honor of the women who made significant contributions to the Home Front during World War II. The coins would serve as a tribute to the vital role that women played in supporting the war effort and maintaining the country's infrastructure while the men were fighting overseas.

The bill aims to recognize and celebrate the sacrifices and hard work of the women who worked in factories, farms, and other essential industries during the war. These women played a crucial role in keeping the economy running and ensuring that the troops had the resources they needed to succeed in battle.

In addition to honoring the women of the Home Front, the bill also includes provisions for the minting and distribution of the commemorative coins. The coins would be available for purchase by the public, with proceeds going towards supporting programs and initiatives that benefit veterans and their families. Overall, the Women on the Home Front Commemorative Coin Act seeks to pay tribute to the often overlooked contributions of women during World War II and to ensure that their legacy is remembered and celebrated for generations to come.

Congressional Summary of HR 429

Rosie the Riveter Commemorative Coin Act

This bill directs the Department of the Treasury to mint and issue coins in recognition and celebration of the women who contributed to the U.S. home front during World War II. All sales of coins issued under this bill must include a surcharge to be paid to the Rosie the Riveter Trust to support the National Park Service in maintaining and repairing the Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park.

Current Status of Bill HR 429

Bill HR 429 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 15, 2025. Bill HR 429 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 15, 2025.  Bill HR 429's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of January 15, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 429

Total Number of Sponsors
8
Democrat Sponsors
8
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
412
Democrat Cosponsors
356
Republican Cosponsors
56
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 429

Primary Policy Focus

Finance and Financial Sector

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 429

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the women who contributed to the Home Front during World War II, and for other purposes.
To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the women who contributed to the Home Front during World War II, and for other purposes.

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