Bill > S3705

This bill, titled the "Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act," mandates the creation of a special time capsule by the Architect of the Capitol to commemorate the United States' 250th anniversary, or semiquincentennial. The contents of this "Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule" will be jointly decided by the leadership offices of both the Speaker and Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, and the Majority and Minority Leaders of the Senate. These contents must include a joint letter from these offices and any other items deemed appropriate, with the crucial stipulation that all items must be made of durable materials like metal or archival paper, avoiding anything prone to rapid degradation. The capsule itself will have specific size limitations, not exceeding 50 inches wide, 32 inches deep, and 48 inches high. The Architect of the Capitol is responsible for preparing the capsule for sealing and burial in the Capitol Visitor Center by July 4th, 2026, at a location approved by the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration and the House Committee on House Administration, ensuring the burial can coincide with another time capsule event in Philadelphia. A plaque will also be installed to provide information about the capsule. The time capsule is to remain sealed until July 4th, 2276, at which point it will be presented to the 244th Congress, who will then decide how to preserve or utilize its contents.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/3705/all-info