H.R.2067: Common Sense Currency Act of 1997

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about economics and public finance
  • Introduced June 25, 1997
  • Latest Major Action July 14, 1997

Bill Summary

Common Sense Currency Act of 1997 - Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to incorporate in the redesign of each currency denomination these features: (1) a different size note; (2) large high-contrast numerals on a uniform background; (3) a clearly differentiated color scheme; and (4) specific engraved marks, both visible and invisible. Requires the redesign of U.S. currency to be cost-effective and have: (1) readily identifiable...

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Referred to the House Committee on Banking and Financial Services.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Domestic and International Monetary Policy.
June 25, 1997

Introduced in the House by Lynn N. Rivers (D-Mich.)

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