Just over 200 years after her birth, the House of Representatives Wednesday approved the Harriet Tubman Bicentennial Commemorative Coin Act. The Department of Treasury will mint and issue five dollar gold coins, one dollar silver coins, and half dollar clad coins.
Congressmember John Katko sponsored the bi-partisan, bi-cameral legislation. He told his colleagues on the house floor that the vote represents one of the most significant steps forward in strengthening federal recognition of the Harriet Tubman home in Auburn since its designation as a national park in 2017.
"Specifically, I am pleased that the coins issued under this legislation, bearing Harreit Tubman's likeness and symbolizing her legacy, will directly benefit preservation and education efforts at the Tubman home in Auburn for years to come," Katko said.
Katko said he’s been proud to represent the home and work with its caretakers since he came to congress. The legislation was previously approved by the senate and now goes to president Biden’s desk for his signature.
