Washington Enacts New Law on Penny Use as Production Stops
July 1, 2026·about 2 hours ago·via Kitsap Sun

Washington state has issued a new law addressing the use of pennies as the U.S. stops minting new coins. The legislation responds to the practical challenges created by halted penny production and growing circulation shortages. The law establishes guidelines for how pennies should be handled in transactions and commerce going forward. This move reflects broader national conversations about the viability of the penny in modern commerce. Read more about this...