House Advances Bill That Would Settle Penny Issue
The U.S. House has advanced the Common Cents Act, a bill aimed at phasing out the penny to reduce costs for taxpayers and businesses.
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The brief
The House of Representatives has moved forward with legislation known as the Common Cents Act. This bill proposes the phasing out of the penny and the implementation of penny-rounding for transactions.
Coverage from CBS News, Newser, and the National Taxpayers Union emphasizes the potential for taxpayer savings and the broader implications for consumers and businesses. The Shelby Report notes that the NGA backs the legislation, while the Commercial Carrier Journal reports that truck stops are seeking a resolution for cash transactions in a penniless system.
Future developments depend on whether the Common Cents Act becomes law and how the transition to rounding will be managed for cash-based transactions.
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Quick answers
What is the Common Cents Act?
It is a bill advanced by the House that would phase out the penny and introduce penny-rounding legislation.
Who supports the legislation?
According to coverage, the NGA and the National Taxpayers Union are among those backing the bill.
Which industry is concerned about cash transactions?
Truck stops are demanding a fix for how cash transactions will be handled if the penny is removed.
Coverage (6)
- Press Release: Robert Garcia and Lisa McClain Announce House Passage of Common Cents Act to End Penny Production Quiver Quantitative · 6h ago
- Bill Would Phase Out Pennies, Save Taxpayers Money National Taxpayers Union · 6h ago
- Truck Stops Demand Fix For Penniless Cash Transactions Commercial Carrier Journal · 6h ago
- NGA Backs House Passage Of Penny-Rounding Legislation The Shelby Report · 6h ago
- The Common Cents Act is closer to becoming law. What would it mean for businesses and consumers? CBS News · 6h ago
- House Advances Bill That Would Settle Penny Issue Newser · 6h ago
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