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Penny’s Out Nickel’s Next | Birmingham News
The House just passed the Common Cents Act — officially ending the penny and paving the way to overhaul the nickel. With production costs exceeding their face value, both coins are financial drains. The penny’s demise is final, while the nickel could soon swap copper for zinc to slash costs. Businesses will round transactions to the nearest nickel, making pennies obsolete — but the bill still needs Senate approval and the President’s signature to become law. This small change could ripple through the economy, marking a major shift in U.S. currency. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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