Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act

12/15/2023, 4:09 PM

Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act

This bill requires the Architect of the Capitol to create a congressional time capsule in honor of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence to be buried on the west lawn of the Capitol on or before July 4, 2026. Congressional leadership will determine the contents of the time capsule, and the time capsule shall be sealed until July 4, 2276.

Bill 118 s 3293, also known as the Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a time capsule to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States.

The bill outlines the contents of the time capsule, which will include items such as letters from members of Congress, photographs, and other memorabilia that represent the current state of the country. The time capsule will be sealed and stored in a secure location for 50 years, to be opened on the 300th anniversary of the United States.

The bill also designates a committee to oversee the creation and sealing of the time capsule, as well as the planning of its eventual opening. The committee will be responsible for ensuring that the contents of the time capsule accurately reflect the diversity and history of the United States. Overall, the Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act aims to create a lasting tribute to the history and culture of the United States, preserving a snapshot of the country for future generations to discover and learn from.
Congress
118
Number
S - 3293
Introduced on
2023-11-14
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

11/14/2023
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Bill Introduced
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Introduced to Senate
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Purpose and Summary

Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act

This bill requires the Architect of the Capitol to create a congressional time capsule in honor of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence to be buried on the west lawn of the Capitol on or before July 4, 2026. Congressional leadership will determine the contents of the time capsule, and the time capsule shall be sealed until July 4, 2276.

Bill 118 s 3293, also known as the Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a time capsule to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States.

The bill outlines the contents of the time capsule, which will include items such as letters from members of Congress, photographs, and other memorabilia that represent the current state of the country. The time capsule will be sealed and stored in a secure location for 50 years, to be opened on the 300th anniversary of the United States.

The bill also designates a committee to oversee the creation and sealing of the time capsule, as well as the planning of its eventual opening. The committee will be responsible for ensuring that the contents of the time capsule accurately reflect the diversity and history of the United States. Overall, the Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act aims to create a lasting tribute to the history and culture of the United States, preserving a snapshot of the country for future generations to discover and learn from.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to provide for the creation of a Congressional time capsule in commemoration of the semiquincentennial of the United States, and for other purposes.
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Congress

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Member:  Robert P. Casey Jr.
Bill Update Alert:  Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act
Committee:  Rules and Administration

Recent Activity

Latest Summary12/16/2024

Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act

This bill requires the Architect of the Capitol to create a congressional time capsule in honor of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence to be b...

Latest Action11/14/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.