Paul Laurence Dunbar Commemorative Coin Act
Sponsored by Norton, Eleanor Holmes (Democrat-DC) · House · Introduced Apr 9, 2026
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Plain-English Summary (AI-assisted)
This bill would direct the U.S. Treasury Department to create and mint special commemorative coins honoring Paul Laurence Dunbar, an influential African American poet and writer from the late 1800s and early 1900s. The coins would be produced in limited quantities and sold to collectors, with proceeds potentially supporting related causes.
Legislative Status Timeline
Introduced
Apr 9, 2026
In Committee
Apr 9, 2026
Passed House
Pending
Passed Senate
Pending
Presidential Action
Pending
Sponsor
Norton, Eleanor Holmes
Independent · DC
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