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PASSED SENATE· 119TH CONGRESS

Senate BillS 675Museums, exhibitions, cultural centersPresidential administrations

Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Act

INTRO FEB 20· LAST ACTION JUN 23

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WHAT THE BILL DOES

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This bill matters because it provides substantial federal support to create a significant historical and educational center dedicated to a pivotal American president. If it becomes law, it will help ensure that valuable documents, artifacts, and stories from Theodore Roosevelt's life are preserved and made widely accessible to the public, fostering a deeper understanding of his impact on the nation. This could enrich educational opportunities for students and the general public alike.

Without this legislation, the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library might face considerable financial hurdles or delays in its establishment, and many federal artifacts related to his life might remain in storage rather than being publicly displayed. The library's creation could also boost tourism and local economic activity in North Dakota, serving as a new cultural landmark.

KEY PROVISIONS

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PROVISION 01

Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to provide up to $50 million in federal grants for the establishment of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library.

This provision provides significant financial backing from the federal government for the initial construction and setup of the library.

PROVISION 02

Requires the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation to raise $100 million from non-federal sources before it can receive any federal grant money.

This ensures that a substantial commitment from state and private entities is secured before federal taxpayer funds are released, reducing the overall federal share.

PROVISION 03

Prohibits federal grant funds from being used for the ongoing maintenance or daily operations of the library.

This limits the federal government's financial responsibility to the library's initial establishment, preventing long-term operational costs from falling to federal taxpayers.

PROVISION 04

Allows federal agencies to loan historical artifacts and objects related to Theodore Roosevelt to the new library without charging for the loan.

This makes previously unseen or less accessible historical items available for public display and education at the new library.

PROVISION 05

States that the federal government will have no involvement in the day-to-day operation of the library.

This clearly defines the federal role as a contributor to establishment and artifact loans, not an ongoing operator, ensuring local control over the library's management.

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ACTION TIMELINE

11 EVENTS

JUN 23

Message on Senate action sent to the House.

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JUN 23

Received in the House.

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JUN 23

Held at the desk.

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JUN 22

Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources discharged by Unanimous Consent.

SENATE · DISCHARGE

BILL INFO

TypeSenate Bill

NumberS 675

Congress119th

StatusPassed Senate

IntroducedFeb 20, 2025

Last actionJun 23, 2026

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PASSED SENATE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 20, 2025

Senate BillS 675Museums, exhibitions, cultural centersPresidential administrations

Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Act

INTRODUCED FEB 20, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 23, 2026

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Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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KEY PROVISIONS

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Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to provide up to $50 million in federal grants for the establishment of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library.

This provision provides significant financial backing from the federal government for the initial construction and setup of the library.

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Requires the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation to raise $100 million from non-federal sources before it can receive any federal grant money.

This ensures that a substantial commitment from state and private entities is secured before federal taxpayer funds are released, reducing the overall federal share.

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Prohibits federal grant funds from being used for the ongoing maintenance or daily operations of the library.

This limits the federal government's financial responsibility to the library's initial establishment, preventing long-term operational costs from falling to federal taxpayers.

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Allows federal agencies to loan historical artifacts and objects related to Theodore Roosevelt to the new library without charging for the loan.

This makes previously unseen or less accessible historical items available for public display and education at the new library.

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States that the federal government will have no involvement in the day-to-day operation of the library.

This clearly defines the federal role as a contributor to establishment and artifact loans, not an ongoing operator, ensuring local control over the library's management.

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Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act

The Secretary may enter into one or more agreements with the Foundation to loan federal artifacts and objects.

FUNDING & AUTHORIZATIONS

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AMOUNT	PROGRAM	TYPE	YEARS
$50,000,000	establishment of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library	discretionary	Not specified

GLOSSARY

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Foundation: Refers to the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation, the non-profit organization responsible for establishing and managing the library.
Library: Refers to the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, the facility planned for Medora, North Dakota, dedicated to preserving and exhibiting materials related to President Theodore Roosevelt.
Secretary: Refers to the Secretary of the Interior, the head of the U.S. Department of the Interior, who would oversee the grants and artifact loans outlined in this bill.
Grants: Financial assistance provided by the federal government to an organization for a specific purpose, often with conditions attached.
Appropriations Acts: Laws passed by Congress that authorize the government to spend money for specific programs and purposes in a given fiscal year.
Matching requirement: A condition that requires an organization receiving federal funds to raise a specified amount of money from non-federal sources (like state or private contributions) before the federal funds are released.

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JUN 23

Message on Senate action sent to the House.

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JUN 23

Received in the House.

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JUN 23

Held at the desk.

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Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources discharged by Unanimous Consent.

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