S. 3705 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act
S. 3705 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) became law — introduced on Jan 27, 2026, sponsored by Thom Tillis with 3 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 27, 2026
- Co-sponsors
- 3
- Policy area
- Congress
- Public law
- Public Law 119-79
What it does
Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act This act requires the Architect of the Capitol to create a congressional time capsule in honor of the 250 th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence to be buried in the Capitol Visitor Center on or before July 4, 2026.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Thom Tillis (R-NC). Co-sponsors: 2 Democrats, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 27, 2026
- Passed the SenateJan 27, 2026
- Passed the HouseFeb 9, 2026
- Sent to the PresidentFeb 12, 2026
- Became lawFeb 18, 2026
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 119-79. (Feb 18, 2026)
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More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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