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Digital Access to the Constitution: Ending Hardbound Legal Annotations.

This law mandates the shift of the official annotated version of the U.S. Constitution and its supplements from printed books to digital formats. This change ensures that citizens, researchers, and legal professionals will have free, efficient, and expanded online access to the latest Supreme Court interpretations of the Constitution. The goal is to reduce costs and improve public transparency.
Key points
Hardbound editions of the *Annotated Constitution* and supplements will be replaced entirely by digital versions, starting after the Supreme Court's October 2031 term.
All digital editions and updates must be made available for free on a public Library of Congress website.
The transition aims to reduce government printing costs and significantly improve public accessibility to crucial constitutional legal documents.
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Print number: 118_HR_7592
Sponsor: Rep. Bice, Stephanie I. [R-OK-5]
Process start date: 2024-03-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To direct the Librarian of Congress to promote the more cost-effective, efficient, and expanded availability of the Annotated Constitution and pocket-part supplements by replacing the hardbound versions with digital versions.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7592.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Hardbound editions of the *Annotated Constitution* and supplements will be replaced entirely by digital versions, starting after the Supreme Court's October 2031 term.
  • All digital editions and updates must be made available for free on a public Library of Congress website.
  • The transition aims to reduce government printing costs and significantly improve public accessibility to crucial constitutional legal documents.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Bice, Stephanie I. [R-OK-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5046)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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Courts and Law Informatization