Bills · S 2265
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 2265Finance and Financial Sector
America's Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coins Act
INTRO JUL 14· LAST ACTION JUL 14
READING
12MIN
COSPONSORS
71BIPARTISAN
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it provides a way to generate funds for major international sporting events hosted in the United States without directly using taxpayer money from the federal budget. The money collected from the sale of these commemorative coins helps support the logistical and operational needs of the 2028 Los Angeles and 2034 Salt Lake City Games, which are privately funded. It also allocates resources to develop youth sports programs, potentially fostering future generations of athletes.
If this bill becomes law, it means that a unique collection of coins will be created, offering a tangible way for the public to celebrate and remember the Games while also contributing to their success and legacy. If it doesn't pass, these specific commemorative coins would not be minted, and the dedicated funding stream they would provide to the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee for the Games and youth sports would not exist, requiring the committee to rely solely on other private fundraising methods.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Treasury Secretary to mint special gold, silver, and clad half-dollar coins for the 2028 and 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
This creates unique collectible items to commemorate significant national and international sporting events.
PROVISION 02
Establishes maximum mintage limits for each type of coin, with a provision to increase limits if public demand is higher than anticipated.
This manages the rarity of the coins while allowing flexibility to meet consumer interest.
PROVISION 03
Adds a surcharge to the sale price of each coin, ranging from $5 to $50 depending on the coin type.
This creates a direct funding mechanism for the Olympic and Paralympic Games and related programs.
PROVISION 04
Directs all collected surcharges to the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties to support the Games and youth sports programs.
This ensures the funds generated directly benefit the organizations and initiatives tied to the Games.
PROVISION 05
Specifies that the coins can only be issued during a one-year period beginning on January 1, 2028.
This sets a defined window for sales, creating a sense of urgency for collectors and maximizing immediate impact.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 71
D· California
YRS IN OFFICE
3
BILLS LED
111
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 91%
DEM 38 REP 32 IND 1
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUL 14
Introduced in Senate
JUL 14
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S4337-4338)
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 2265
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJul 14, 2025
Last actionJul 14, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · BANKING, HOUSING, AND URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUL 14, 2025
Senate BillS 2265Finance and Financial Sector
America's Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coins Act
INTRODUCED JUL 14, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 14, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
12 min
COSPONSORS
71
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
