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NH HR36

Resolution

Status

Introduced

12/1/2025

Primary Sponsor

Henry Giasson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Urges all federal agencies to accept U.S. cash (coins and currency) at all points of service, including National Park Service facilities, museums, parking, entry points, and concessions

  • Cites 31 U.S.C. section 5103, which establishes U.S. coins and currency as legal tender for all debts, public charges, taxes, and dues

  • Notes that some federal facilities and their vendors currently refuse cash while charging "convenience fees" for electronic transactions

  • References constitutional provisions reserving currency issuance to the federal government and the removal of the gold standard (1933 Gold Clause Repeal and 1971 Nixon Shock)

  • Extends the cash acceptance requirement to subcontracted companies and agencies operating on federal facilities, parks, preserves, and offices

Legislative Description

Urging the federal government to accept cash at all points of service.

Last Action

Ought to Pass with Amendment 2026-0394h: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/12/2026 House Journal 8

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

State-federal Relations and Veterans Affairs12/1/2025

Full Bill Text

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