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Congressional Time Capsule: Preserving History for the Nation's 250th Anniversary.

This law mandates the creation of a Congressional Time Capsule to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States. The capsule, containing important legislative documents and a message to the future, will be buried on the Capitol grounds by July 4, 2026. While there is no direct impact on citizens' daily lives, the act ensures a symbolic preservation of current history and culture for future generations, as the capsule will remain sealed until 2276.
Key points
Establishes the creation and burial of a Congressional Time Capsule on the Capitol grounds by July 4, 2026, as part of the nation's Semiquincentennial.
The capsule will contain key legislative milestones, memorabilia related to the 250th anniversary, and a message from the current Congress to future lawmakers.
The capsule is scheduled to be unsealed and presented to the 244th Congress on July 4, 2276, serving a purely historical and cultural purpose.
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Print number: 118_S_3293
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Process start date: 2023-11-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3293.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-11-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes the creation and burial of a Congressional Time Capsule on the Capitol grounds by July 4, 2026, as part of the nation's Semiquincentennial.
  • The capsule will contain key legislative milestones, memorabilia related to the 250th anniversary, and a message from the current Congress to future lawmakers.
  • The capsule is scheduled to be unsealed and presented to the 244th Congress on July 4, 2276, serving a purely historical and cultural purpose.
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 Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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