Protecting American History Act
H.R. 7763119th Congress

Protecting American History Act

Introduced in the HouseRep. Brendan Boyle (D-PA-2)7 sections · 1 min read
Version: Introduced in House · Mar 3, 2026

Section 1. Short title

This Act may be cited as the Protecting American History Act.

(a) In general

Not later than 15 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall restore any covered exhibits at the Historical Park removed from public display after January 21, 2026, so that such covered exhibits appear as they did at the Historical Park on that date.

(b) Prohibition on future removal

The Secretary may not add, remove, destroy, or otherwise alter covered exhibits at the Historical Park without the express authorization of Congress.

(c) Definitions

In this Act:

(1) Covered exhibit

The term covered exhibit means an interpretive or educational exhibit, sign, plaque, or other display.

(2) Historical Park

The term Historical Park means the Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

(3) Secretary

The term Secretary means the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the National Park Service.

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