# Working Dog Commemorative Coin Act

This bill authorizes the U.S. Mint to design and produce special commemorative coins honoring working dogs. These aren't regular coins you'd use at a store—they're collectible coins that people can buy from the government, similar to other commemorative coins the Mint has released over the years for various causes and themes.

The coins would celebrate the contributions of working dogs, which includes military dogs, police dogs, search and rescue dogs, and other canines that serve in official capacities. The Mint would create the designs, decide how many coins to produce, and set the price for people who want to purchase them. A portion of the proceeds from selling these coins typically goes to a designated charity or cause related to the commemorative theme—in this case, likely organizations that support working dogs or their handlers.

For most people, this bill has minimal direct impact. If you're a coin collector or a dog enthusiast, you might be interested in buying one of these commemorative coins as a keepsake or investment. The main practical effect is that the U.S. Mint will have the legal authority to produce and sell these special coins. There's no cost to taxpayers since the Mint covers production costs through the sale price of the coins themselves. This is a straightforward way for Congress to honor working dogs while generating revenue that can support related charitable causes.

Working Dog Commemorative Coin Act

Budd, Ted

Working Dog Commemorative Coin Act This bill directs the Department of the Treasury to mint and issue 50,000 $5 gold coins, 500,000 $1 silver coins, and 750,000 half-dollar clad coins in commemoration of the service that working dogs provide to society. The designs of the coins minted under this bill shall be emblematic of the contributions of working dogs to society, including in detection, military service, therapy, and assistance. Treasury may issue coins only during the one-year period beginning on January 1, 2025. All sales of coins shall include a surcharge, which shall be paid to America's VetDogs for general expenses associated with the fulfillment of its mission.