S 3705 · 119th CongressBecame Lawcongress.gov ↗

Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act

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This bill requires the Architect of the Capitol to create a time capsule to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The time capsule would be buried in the Capitol Visitor Center by July 4, 2026, and would include a joint letter from congressional leaders along with other items they choose. The time capsule would stay sealed for 250 years, not to be opened until July 4, 2276.

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Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC]

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Introduced

January 27, 2026

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