Selena Commemorative Coin Act

# Selena Commemorative Coin Act Summary **What the bill would do:** If passed, this bill would authorize the U.S. Mint to produce special commemorative coins honoring Selena Quintanilla-Pérez, the legendary Tejano music singer who was killed in 1995. The coins would be minted in limited quantities and sold to the public, with a portion of the proceeds typically going to a designated charitable cause related to Selena's legacy or the communities she represented. **Who it affects and key details:** This bill primarily affects music fans, collectors of commemorative coins, and potentially charitable organizations that would benefit from coin sales revenue. Commemorative coins are non-circulating coins issued by the U.S.

Mint as a way to honor significant American cultural figures and events. They're sold at premium prices to collectors rather than used in everyday transactions. **Current status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was sponsored by Representative Monica De La Cruz (R-TX), whose district includes part of Texas where Selena had strong cultural significance.