Semiquincentennial Commemorative Coin Act

HR 10170, the Semiquincentennial Commemorative Coin Act, authorizes the U.S. Mint to produce commemorative coins for the 250th anniversary of American independence in 2026. It specifies three coin types: gold $25 coins (limited to 100,000), silver $2.50 coins (500,000), and quarter-dollar coins (750,000), all featuring designs celebrating 1776-2026. A surcharge ($35 for gold, $10 for silver, $5 for quarters) is added to each coin’s sale price, with all surcharge funds directed to the America 250 Foundation to restore and interpret national parks. The coins must be sold exclusively during 2026, with mintage limits designed to meet public demand without costing the government money.