Senate approves Bush memorial coins

Robert Duncan, chairman, board of governors, United States Postal Service, left, and Pierce Bush, grandson of former President George H.W. Bush, unveil the Forever Stamp honoring former President George H.W. Bush on Wednesday, June 12, 2019, in College Station. The first-day-of-issue ceremony coincides with Bush's birthday. The Forever stamp features a portrait of the 41st president painted by award-winning artist Michael J. Deas. less Robert Duncan, chairman, board of governors, United States Postal Service, left, and Pierce Bush, grandson of former President George H.W. Bush, unveil the Forever Stamp honoring former President George H.W. ... more Photo: Brett Coomer, Staff Photographer Photo: Brett Coomer, Staff Photographer Image 1 of / 21 Caption Close Senate approves Bush memorial coins 1 / 21 Back to Gallery

The U.S. Senate Tuesday voted to issue coins honoring the late President George H.W. Bush and First Lady Barbara Bush.

“President George H.W. Bush and his wife Barbara were shining examples of what it looks like to put your country first,” said U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) in a statement. “Memorializing their legacy with a coin will serve as a positive reminder of their love of service for generations to come.”

The coins will be issued immediately, according to Cornyn’s office.

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