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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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Additional Information
Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act
Print number: S 3293
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Process start date: 2023-11-14