Bills · HR 6952
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 6952Congress
January 6th Oral History Project Act
INTRO JAN 6· LAST ACTION JAN 6
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it aims to create a lasting, public record of the January 6, 2021, events from the perspective of those who experienced them firsthand. If it becomes law, it ensures that personal testimonies and relevant documents are systematically collected and preserved by a reputable national institution, the Library of Congress, making them accessible for future generations.
Without this bill, the collection of these diverse personal histories might be fragmented, incomplete, or even lost over time. Voters should care because a centralized, official oral history project could contribute to a more complete and nuanced understanding of a significant historical event, allowing citizens to learn directly from witness accounts and inform their civic engagement.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes an oral history program at the American Folklife Center, Library of Congress, to collect personal accounts related to January 6, 2021.
This ensures a dedicated federal effort to preserve firsthand accounts of a significant historical event.
PROVISION 02
Directs the collection of video and audio recordings of testimonials and written materials (notes, texts, photos) from individuals affected by the events.
This aims to capture a wide range of personal experiences and documentation from various perspectives.
PROVISION 03
Requires the collected materials to be cataloged and made publicly available through the National Digital Library and other methods.
This provision ensures transparency and public access to the historical record, allowing broad understanding.
PROVISION 04
Allows the Librarian of Congress to accept private donations to fund the program, ensuring dedicated financial support outside of federal appropriations.
This provides an additional funding mechanism for the project, potentially broadening its scope and longevity.
PROVISION 05
Prioritizes the collection of testimonials from individuals whose accounts may be most at risk of being lost to time or are essential for understanding the full scope of events.
This helps ensure that critical and potentially fleeting perspectives are captured early.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 3
D· California
YRS IN OFFICE
11
BILLS LED
41
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
DEM 3 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJAN 6
Introduced in House
JAN 6
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 6952
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJan 6, 2026
Last actionJan 6, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · COMMITTEE ON HOUSE ADMINISTRATION · INTRODUCED JAN 6, 2026
House BillHR 6952Congress
January 6th Oral History Project Act
INTRODUCED JAN 6, 2026· LAST ACTION JAN 6, 2026
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READING
4 min
COSPONSORS
3
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