Paul Hollis, a Louisiana state representative and well-known figure in American numismatics, has been nominated by U.S. President Donald Trump to serve as the next director of the United States Mint.
A professional coin dealer and lifelong hobbyist, Hollis is a rare example of someone with deep ties to the collector community being tapped for a federal role shaping U.S. coinage. His nomination is seen by many as a signal that the mint may take a more collector-conscious approach in the years ahead.
If confirmed, Hollis would oversee the mint’s operations at a time when demand for both circulation coinage and collector products remains high. Observers suggest his background could influence future commemorative issues, design innovation, and public outreach initiatives.
The nomination now moves to the U.S. Senate, where Hollis will appear before the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee as part of the confirmation process. A date for the hearing has not yet been announced.