Public Law 115-197 · H.R. 770 · Became law

American Innovation $1 Coin Act

Official title: “To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in recognition of American innovation and significant innovation and pioneering efforts of individuals or groups from each of the 50 States, the District of Columbia, and the United States territories, to promote the importance of innovation in the United States, the District of Columbia, and the United States territories, and for other purposes.”

House: without objection · Senate: voice vote
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