HR. 469In Committee
Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Requires the Architect of the Capitol to create and bury a congressional time capsule for the Declaration of Independence semiquincentennial, to remain sealed until 2276
Key points
- Require a congressional time capsule
- Direct burial on Capitol west lawn
- Allow leadership to determine contents
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-02-27 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
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