This legislation, titled the "Protecting American History Act," directs the Secretary of the Interior to restore interpretive and educational exhibits at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It mandates that any covered exhibits removed from public display after January 21, 2026, must be reinstated to their prior appearance within 15 days of the act's enactment. A key provision prohibits the Secretary from adding, removing, destroying, or otherwise altering these exhibits without the express authorization of Congress. This ensures the preservation of the park's historical integrity and educational value. The bill defines "covered exhibit" broadly to include various interpretive and educational displays.
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Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Protecting American History Act
USA119th CongressHR-7763| House
| Updated: 3/3/2026
This legislation, titled the "Protecting American History Act," directs the Secretary of the Interior to restore interpretive and educational exhibits at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It mandates that any covered exhibits removed from public display after January 21, 2026, must be reinstated to their prior appearance within 15 days of the act's enactment. A key provision prohibits the Secretary from adding, removing, destroying, or otherwise altering these exhibits without the express authorization of Congress. This ensures the preservation of the park's historical integrity and educational value. The bill defines "covered exhibit" broadly to include various interpretive and educational displays.