Treasury ordered to put Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill by 2031
S. 923 — Harriet Tubman Tribute Act of 2025 · Filed by Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) · Introduced Mar 10, 2025 · Referred to committee
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What it does
This bill requires the U.S. Treasury to redesign the $20 bill to feature Harriet Tubman's likeness on the front, effective January 1, 2031 (or up to 2 years later if the Secretary determines that doing so would risk counterfeiting or economic disruption). The bill amends the Federal Reserve Act to make this change mandatory.
Why we flagged it
The bill's sole operative mechanism is a mandate to redesign the $20 Federal Reserve note to feature Harriet Tubman. This is a straightforward commemorative and historical-recognition measure, not a financial, regulatory, or appropriations instrument.
What the text implies
- The 2031 effective date allows time for Treasury to coordinate with the Federal Reserve, Bureau of Engraving and Printing, and Secret Service on security features and production logistics.
- The 2-year delay provision gives Treasury flexibility to address counterfeiting risks or economic disruption concerns without requiring a new bill.
The full analysis lists 3 implications of this text.
Who it affects
The bill honors a pivotal historical figure in American civil rights and freedom, enriching the nation's currency with recognition of Harriet Tubman's legacy. There is no direct cost to citizens; the redesign is a routine currency update that Treasury performs periodically anyway.