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Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act
2/12/2026, 5:53 AM
Summary of Bill S 3705
The Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act, designated as S. 3705 in the 119th Congress and introduced on January 27, 2026, aims to establish provisions for a congressional time capsule related to the nation's 250th anniversary. The bill focuses on preserving significant documents and artifacts for future generations, potentially including key legislative accomplishments or societal representations. Specific directives may include guidelines for the compilation, storage, and eventual public unveiling of the time capsule to capture the essence of the country's evolution and achievements up to this milestone occasion.
Congressional Summary of S 3705
Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act
This bill requires the Architect of the Capitol to create a congressional time capsule in honor of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence to be buried in the Capitol Visitors Center on or before July 4, 2026. The time capsule shall contain a joint letter from congressional leadership and such other contents as they shall determine. The time capsule shall be sealed until July 4, 2276.
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Current Status of Bill S 3705
Bill S 3705 is currently in the status of Passed in House since February 9, 2026. Bill S 3705 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 27, 2026. Bill S 3705's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of February 9, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3705
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
3Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3705
Primary Policy Focus
CongressAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 3705
Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act
Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act
A bill to provide for the creation of a congressional time capsule in commemoration of the semiquincentennial of the United States, and for other purposes.
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