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H.R. 1278: Coin Metal Modification Authorization and Cost Savings Act of 2025

H.R. 1278 is a federal bill in the 119th Congress. Currently, the U.S. Mint uses specific metal compositions for circulating coins, which can be costly to produce. This bill would change that by allowing the Mint to modify the metallic composition of coins, such as pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters.… See its sponsors, how members voted, and a plain-English breakdown on PolityLens.

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