S. 3705Became Law

Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act

Requires the Architect of the Capitol to create and bury a congressional time capsule in the Capitol Visitor Center for the Declaration of Independence's 250th anniversary, with opening set for July 4, 2276

What this bill does

Requires the Architect of the Capitol to create and bury a congressional time capsule in the Capitol Visitor Center for the Declaration of Independence's 250th anniversary, with opening set for July 4, 2276

Key points
  • Require a congressional time capsule
  • Direct installation of a plaque
  • Limit opening until July 4 2276

Where it stands

Status
Became Law
Latest action
2026-02-18Became Public Law No: 119-79.

Topics and policy areas

undefinedCongressCongressional leadershipHistorical and cultural resourcesU.S. CapitolU.S. history