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US SB3705

Bill

Status

Passed

2/18/2026

Primary Sponsor

Thom Tillis

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Origin

Senate

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Architect of the Capitol must create a "Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule" to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States

  • Contents determined jointly by the Speaker of the House, House Minority Leader, Senate Majority Leader, and Senate Minority Leader; must include a joint letter from these offices and items made of durable materials like metal or archival paper

  • Time Capsule limited to maximum dimensions of 50 inches wide, 32 inches deep, and 48 inches high

  • Capsule to be sealed and buried in the Capitol Visitor Center on or before July 4th, 2026, with an informational plaque installed at the site

  • Capsule remains sealed until July 4th, 2276 (250 years later), when the Speaker and Senate Majority Leader will present it to the 244th Congress

Legislative Description

Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act

Congress

Last Action

Became Public Law No: 119-79.

2/18/2026

Full Bill Text

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