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S4828119th Congress

Declaration of Independence Reaffirmation Act of 2026

Sponsored By: Senator Schmitt, Eric [R-MO]

Passed Senate

Summary

Reaffirms the Declaration of Independence as an Organic Law of the United States. This bill would place the Declaration's full text into federal statute and set out Congress's reasons for reaffirming it as a foundational charter of sovereignty, natural rights, equal citizenship, and government by consent.

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  • Places the full text of the Declaration into statute. Section 4 reproduces the unanimous Declaration, including the introductory preamble, the "self-evident truths", the list of grievances, and the signatories' pledge.
  • Explains congressional intent with 10 findings. Section 2 describes the Declaration's 1776 adoption, its recognition among the nation's Organic Laws, ties to the Northwest Ordinance and Constitution, and the 250th anniversary as the occasion for reaffirming equality, natural rights, and government by consent.

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Adds Declaration of Independence to U.S. law

This bill would reaffirm the Declaration of Independence as an Organic Law of the United States. It would add the full text of the Declaration into federal statute for the 250th anniversary. Courts and public officers would be able to use it when they interpret laws and duties. It would not change taxes, benefits, or program payments for households. The change would take effect upon enactment.

Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Schmitt, Eric [R-MO]

MO • R

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

No roll call votes available for this bill.

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