S. 4382Senate117th Congress (2021-2023)In Committee

LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coin Act

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The bill orders the Treasury to mint a set of commemorative coins for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic Games. It sets limits on how many gold, silver, half‑dollar and proof coins can be produced, and requires the surcharges from sales to be paid to the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Properties for games‑related programs. The law applies to the Treasury, coin collectors, and the Olympic/Paralympic organization.

Key Provisions

Authorizes up to 100,000 $5 gold coins, 500,000 $1 silver coins, 300,000 half‑dollar clad coins, and 100,000 proof $1 silver coins, each with specific weight and metal content limits.
Coins must display the value, the year 2028, and standard U.S. inscriptions (Liberty, In God We Trust, United States of America, E Pluribus Unum).
Designs are chosen by the Secretary after consulting the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Properties, the Commission of Fine Arts, and review by the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee.
Coins can be issued in uncirculated or proof quality only during the year 2028.
Sales price includes face value, a set surcharge ($35 for $5 gold, $10 for $1 silver, $5 for half‑dollar, $50 for proof $1 silver), and the cost of production.
All surcharge revenue is paid to the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Properties for games‑related and legacy programs, with audits and a guarantee that the program incurs no net cost to the federal government.

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S2912)

Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee

June 13, 2022

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Introduced in Senate

June 13, 2022

SenateIntro Referral

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S2912)

Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee

June 13, 2022

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Sen. Alex PadillaD-CA · Jun 13, 2022

Mr. President, I rise to speak in support of the Transportation Assistance for Olympic Cities Act and the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coin Act, which I introduced today. While the…

Mr. President, I rise to speak in support of the Transportation Assistance for Olympic Cities Act and the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coin Act, which I introduced today.

While the eyes of the world will be on the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles in 2028, the work preparing our region for this grand stage is already starting. That is why I am proud to introduce these bills that will help carry out the Games and make investments in the region and across our Nation.

The Transportation Assistance for Olympic Cities Act would ensure the Federal Government provides critical assistance for surface transportation projects and plans relating to international Olympic, Paralympic, and Special Olympics events. The transportation plans made in the coming years will not only make the Olympics and Paralympics run smoothly but will also be an investment in infrastructure that will benefit commuters and the region for years to come.

This bill would also allow the Department of Transportation to prioritize Federal transportation grants for projects relating to an Olympic, Paralympic, or Special Olympics International event and to provide funding for temporary facilities, equipment, operations, and maintenance that meet the extraordinary needs associated with hosting such events.

The LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coin Act would direct the Treasury Department to mint coins in commemoration of the ninth time that the United States will host the modern Olympics and the third time that our Nation will host the Paralympics. This bill would come at no cost to the Federal Government. Any surcharges from the sale of the coins would support the hosting of the 2028 Games and aid in the execution of legacy programs, including the promotion of youth sports in the United States.

I want to thank Representative Brownley and Representative Sherman for co-leading these bills with me, and I hope our colleagues will join us in support of these bills that will help Los Angeles, California, and our entire Nation prepare for the successful administration of the 2028 Olympics and Paralympics.

Sen. Amy KlobucharD-MN · Apr 14, 2021

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent for the legislative activities report of the Committee on Rules and Administration during the 116th Congress be printed in the Congressional Record.

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Introduced in SenateIssued June 13, 2022

117th CONGRESS

2d Session

S. 4382

IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

June 13, 2022

Mr. Padilla (for himself, Mrs. Feinstein, and Mr. Romney) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs

A BILL

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California.

Short title

This Act may be cited as the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coin Act.

Findings

Congress finds the following:

(1)

The 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, officially known as the Games of the XXXIV Olympiad or LA28, will be held in Los Angeles, California.

(2)

This will be the first time the Olympic and Paralympic Games have been held in the United States in 26 years.

(3)

The United States has hosted the modern Olympic Games 9 times, with the 2028 Games becoming the third time Los Angeles will host the summer Olympic Games.

(4)

The Paralympic Games will celebrate its 80th anniversary in 2028, with Los Angeles hosting the Paralympic Games for the first time.

(5)

Unlike some other countries, Olympic Games in the United States are privately funded. The LA28 Games maintain this model with its revenue generated by corporate partners, broadcast rights, licensing, hospitality and ticket sales.

(6)

With Los Angeles hosting the Paralympic Games for the first time in 2028, the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coin Program has the opportunity to increase awareness and create more inclusivity for people with disabilities with the creation of a single, unifying coin to commemorate the Games.

Coin specifications

(a)

Denominations

The Secretary of the Treasury (in this Act referred to as the Secretary) shall mint and issue the following coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California:

(1)

$5 Gold coins

Not more than 100,000 $5 coins, each of which shall—

(A)

weigh 8.359 grams;

(B)

have a diameter of 0.850 inches; and

(C)

contain not less than 90 percent gold.

(2)

$1 silver coins

Not more than 500,000 $1 coins, each of which shall—

(A)

weigh 26.73 grams;

(B)

have a diameter of 1.500 inches; and

(C)

contain not less than 90 percent silver.

(3)

Half dollar clad coins

Not more than 300,000 half-dollar coins, each of which shall—

(A)

weigh 11.34 grams;

(B)

have a diameter of 1.205 inches; and

(C)

be minted to the specifications for half-dollar coins contained in section 5112(b) of title 31, United States Code.

(4)

Proof silver $1 coins

Not more than 100,000 proof silver $1 coins, each of which shall—

(A)

weigh 5 ounces;

(B)

have a diameter of 3 inches; and

(C)

contain .999 fine silver.

(b)

Legal tender

The coins minted under this Act shall be legal tender, as provided in section 5103 of title 31, United States Code.

(c)

Numismatic items

For purposes of section 5134 of title 31, United States Code, all coins minted under this Act shall be considered to be numismatic items.

(d)

Mintage limit exception

If the Secretary determines, based on independent, market based research conducted by the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, that the mintage levels described under this subsection are not adequate to meet public demand, the Secretary may increase the mintage levels as the Secretary determines is necessary to meet public demand.

Designs of coins

(a)

Design requirements

(1)

In general

The designs of the coins minted under this Act shall be emblematic of the participation of United States athletes in the LA28 Games.

(2)

Designation and inscriptions

On each coin minted under this Act there shall be—

(A)

a designation of the value of the coin;

(B)

an inscription of the year 2028; and

(C)

inscriptions of the words Liberty,In God We Trust,United States of America, and E Pluribus Unum.

(3)

Selection of designs

The designs for the coins minted under this Act shall be—

(A)

selected by the Secretary after consultation with—

(i)

the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties; and

(ii)

the Commission of Fine Arts; and

(B)

reviewed by the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee.

Issuance of coins

(a)

Quality of coins

The Secretary may issue coins minted under this Act in uncirculated and proof qualities.

(b)

Period of issuance

The Secretary may issue coins minted under this Act only during the 1-year period beginning on January 1, 2028.

Sale of coins

(a)

Sale price

The coins issued under this Act shall be sold by the Secretary at a price equal to the sum of—

(1)

the face value of the coins;

(2)

the surcharge provided in section 7(a) with respect to such coins; and

(3)

the cost of designing and issuing such coins (including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, overhead expenses, and marketing, and shipping).

(b)

Bulk sales

The Secretary shall make bulk sales of the coins issued under this Act at a reasonable discount.

(c)

Prepaid orders

(1)

In general

The Secretary shall accept prepaid orders for the coins minted under this Act before the issuance of such coins.

(2)

Discount

Sales with respect to prepaid orders under paragraph (1) shall be at a reasonable discount.

Surcharges

(a)

In general

All sales of coins issued under this Act shall include a surcharge of—

(1)

$35 per coin for the $5 coin;

(2)

$10 per coin for the $1 coin described under section 3(a)(2);

(3)

$5 per coin for the half-dollar coin; and

(4)

$50 per coin for the $1 proof silver coin.

(b)

Distribution

Subject to section 5134(f) of title 31, United States Code, all surcharges received by the Secretary from the sale of coins issued under this Act shall be promptly paid by the Secretary to the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties for the objects and purposes related to the hosting of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games and to aid in the execution of its legacy programs, including the promotion of youth sports in the United States.

(c)

Audits

The United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties shall be subject to the audit requirements of section 5134(f)(2) of title 31, United States Code, with regard to the amounts received under subsection (b).

(d)

Limitation

Notwithstanding subsection (a), no surcharge may be included with respect to the issuance under this Act of any coin during a calendar year if, as of the time of such issuance, the issuance of such coin would result in the number of commemorative coin programs issued during such year to exceed the annual 2 commemorative coin programs issuance limitation under section 5112(m)(1) of title 31, United States Code (as in effect on the date of the enactment of this Act). The Secretary may issue guidance to carry out this subsection.

Marketing and financial assurances

(a)

In general

The Secretary shall take such actions as may be necessary to ensure that—

(1)

minting and issuing coins under this Act result in no net cost to the Federal Government; and

(2)

no funds, including applicable surcharges, shall be disburses to any recipient designated in section 7(b) until the total cost of designing and issuing all of the coins authorized by this Act, including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, overhead expenses, marketing and shipping, is recovered by the United States Treasury, consistent with sections 5112(m) and 5134(f) of title 31, United States Code.

(b)

Marketing and educational program

The Secretary is encouraged to develop and execute a marketing and educational program, including appropriate cooperative marketing opportunities with the United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties and its licensees, to promote and sell the coins authorized under this Act.