HR. 469In Committee
Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act
Requires the Architect of the Capitol to create and bury a congressional time capsule for the Declaration of Independence's 250th anniversary, to remain sealed until 2276
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Requires the Architect of the Capitol to create and bury a congressional time capsule for the Declaration of Independence's 250th anniversary, to remain sealed until 2276
Key points
- Require a congressional time capsule
- Allow leadership to determine contents
- Designate burial on Capitol grounds
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-02-27 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedCongressCongressional leadershipHistorical and cultural resourcesU.S. CapitolU.S. history