Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
In CommitteeReceived; read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules …
Passed House (inferred from eh version)
Mrs. Watson Coleman (for herself, Ms. Salazar, Mr. Evans of …
Summary
What This Bill Does
Directs the Architect of the Capitol to create a Congressional time capsule for the U.S. Semiquincentennial (250th anniversary), with contents determined jointly by House and Senate leadership.
Who Benefits and How
Future generations gain historical record of Congress during this era. Semiquincentennial commemorated.
Who Bears the Burden and How
Architect of the Capitol creates and maintains capsule. Leadership offices select contents.
Key Provisions
- Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule created by Architect
- Contents determined by Speaker, House Minority Leader, Senate Majority and Minority Leaders
- Must include legislative milestones, Semiquincentennial materials
- Message to future Congress when capsule opened
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
Creates Congressional time capsule for the 250th anniversary of the United States
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Create historical record for future generations"
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
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