What does Preamble of Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act do?

This bill aims to establish a congressional time capsule. The time capsule's creation is intended to commemorate the semiquincentennial of the United States. The bill includes provisions for other purposes, though these are not specified in this section.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act do?

This bill is formally titled the 'Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act'.

What does SEMIQUINCENTENNIAL CONGRESSIONAL TIME CAPSULE. of Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act do?

This section establishes the “Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule” to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States. Congressional leadership (Speaker, Minority Leader of both House and Senate) will jointly determine the Time Capsule's contents. The contents must include a joint letter from congressional leadership, commemorative coins, and other items deemed appropriate. Items included must be made of durable materials like metal or archival paper to minimize degradation. The Time Capsule’s dimensions are limited to a maximum of 50 inches wide, 32 inches deep, and 48 inches high. The Architect of the Capitol is responsible for preparing the Time Capsule for sealing and burial in the Capitol Visitor Center by July 4th, 2026. A plaque providing information about the Time Capsule will be installed. The Time Capsule will remain sealed until July 4th, 2276, when it will be presented to the 244th Congress for preservation or use.

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Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act

Last updated: 11/21/2025 · Introduced: 11/20/2025

Author: Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ)

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This bill establishes the ‘Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule’ to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Congressional leaders will jointly select the time capsule’s contents, which must include a letter, commemorative coins, and durable items.
The Architect of the Capitol will prepare and bury the time capsule in the Capitol Visitor Center, with a plan for its opening and presentation to the 244th Congress in 2276.

119th Congressin committeeS. 3705(Signed into Law)Official page

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