Joe Baca: “I want to recognize the gentleman from Missouri (Mr. Luetkemeyer) for his efforts on this meaningful legislation. I rise…”

“I want to recognize the gentleman from Missouri (Mr. Luetkemeyer) for his efforts on this meaningful legislation. I rise today in support of H.R. 2453, the Mark Twain Commemorative Coin Act. This legislation calls for the U.S. Mint to produce a coin in 2016--I state, in 2016--designed to honor Mark Twain's contribution to American history. William Faulkner once called Mark Twain ``the father of American literature.'' One of America's most beloved authors, Mark Twain's life and legacy have left a lasting mark on our Nation. Mark Twain, whose real name is Samuel Clemens, was beloved by many for his wit and sharp satire. Twain worked as a steamboat pilot and a reporter before finding success as a writer. His hometown of Hannibal, Missouri, later became the setting for his most famous novels, ``The Adventures of Tom Sawyer'' and ``The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn,'' which all of us have seen throughout our lives as young kids. We still love seeing it every time we see this. Twain's other well-known works of fiction include ``The Prince and the Pauper'' and ``A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court.'' H.R. 2453 directs the U.S. Mint to produce a $1 and a $5 commemorative coin in 2016 and, I state, at no cost to the taxpayers. The simple price of the coin will cover the cost of production.…”