Bill · H.R. 8741· House(119-HR-8741)
Philadelphia Campaign Two Hundred and Fiftieth Commemoration Commission Act
- Introduced
- 5/12/2026
- Last activity
- 5/12/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sponsored by
- Brendan Boyle
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill establishes the Philadelphia Campaign Two Hundred and Fiftieth Commemoration Commission. The commission is tasked with observing the 250th anniversary of the Philadelphia Campaign through various activities. It is required to submit reports to Congress regarding recommended activities and legislative proposals. The commission may recommend preserving artifacts or sponsoring educational and digital resources. Members are appointed from various leadership positions in the government and as qualified citizens. The act also authorizes specific funding to carry out these commemorative duties.
Yes
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+1
The bill's focus on digital and public educational resources may provide free historical learning opportunities.
Would students be better off under this?+1
The commission's mission includes developing nationally accessible educational resources.
Does this make college cost less?+1
The bill directs the commission to consider creating nationally accessible educational resources.
The opposite
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-1
The bill authorizes $5,000,000 in new federal spending for the commission's activities.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Historical Understanding: The commission is tasked with helping the people of the United States gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the Philadelphia Campaign and the early period of the American war for independence (Section 2(a)(5)).
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Educational Resources: The commission may recommend the creation of a publicly available interactive digital resource, as well as conferences, exhibitions, or other nationally accessible educational resources (Section 3(b)(2)).
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Preservation of History: The commission is authorized to consider recommending that the Federal Government acquire and preserve artifacts associated with the Philadelphia Campaign (Section 3(b)(2)(A)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Use of Taxpayer Funds: The bill authorizes $2,500,000 for fiscal year 2027 and $2,500,000 for fiscal year 2028 to carry out the act (Section 8).
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Potential Costs for Administrative Services: The commission may require the Administrator of General Services to provide administrative support services on a reimbursable basis (Section 4(d)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Low Income Households+1Good For Students+1
- Economy And Finance
- Reduces Government Spending-1
- Education And Technology
- Improves College Affordability+1
- 10/1/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/23/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/12/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Introduced in House
Johnny OlszewskiDemocrat · Maryland
Jefferson Van DrewRepublican · New Jersey