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S. 2579 · 110th Congress · 2007–2008

United States Army Commemorative Coin Act of 2008

S. 2579 in the 110th Congress (2007–2008) has passed the senate — introduced on Jan 30, 2008, sponsored by Daniel K. Inouye with 83 co-sponsors.

During the 110th Congress (2007–2008), George W. Bush was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.

Status
Passed the Senate
Introduced
Jan 30, 2008
Co-sponsors
83
Policy area
Commemorations

What it does

United States Army Commemorative Coin Act of 2008 - Instructs the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue $5 gold coins, $1 silver coins, and half dollar clad coins as numismatic items emblematic of the traditions, history, and heritage of the U.S. Army, and its role in American society from the Colonial period to today.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Daniel K. Inouye (D-HI). Co-sponsors: 44 Democrats, 37 Republicans, 1 Independent.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJan 30, 2008
  • Passed the SenateOct 2, 2008
  • Passed the House—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Held at the desk. (Oct 3, 2008)

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