H.R. 3074, the Common Cents Act, passed the House on July 14, 2026.
H.R. 3074 — Common Cents Act
What it does
This bill eliminates the production of pennies (one-cent coins) for everyday circulation, though existing pennies remain legal tender. It allows the U.S. Mint to change the composition of nickels to reduce production costs, potentially using zinc and nickel alloys instead of current materials. The bill does not affect pennies already in circulation or their use in transactions.
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What happens next
H.R. 3074 passed the House. It now moves to the other chamber.
Who is behind it
Filed by Lisa McClain. Cosponsored by Robert Garcia.
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