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Benjamin Franklin Statue for U.S. Capitol: Enhancing Public Access.

This law mandates the procurement and placement of a statue of Benjamin Franklin within the U.S. Capitol building. Citizens visiting the Capitol will gain access to this new historical display during standard guided tours by the end of 2026. This action enhances the cultural and historical exhibits available to the public.
Key points
The Joint Committee must obtain the statue within two years of the law's enactment.
The statue will be placed in a permanent location accessible to the public during guided tours by December 31, 2026.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_5488
Sponsor: Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]
Process start date: 2024-12-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to direct the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library to procure a statue of Benjamin Franklin for placement in the United States Capitol.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5488.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Joint Committee must obtain the statue within two years of the law's enactment.
  • The statue will be placed in a permanent location accessible to the public during guided tours by December 31, 2026.
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. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE].

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.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Media and Culture