81-604: The United States Semiquincentennial Commission is the Congressionally-appointed body in charge of promoting and coordinating the United States Semiquincentennial . The commission has been chaired by Rosie Rios since July 2022. Established under then- President of the United States , Barack Obama , Pub. L. 114–196 (text) (PDF) , 130 Stat. 685 , enacted July 22, 2016 ,
162-630: A National Garden of American Heroes , and other year-long celebrations and projects across the country. It is planned to coincide with the Artemis III mission, the first Lunar landing since the Apollo program . Congressional caucus A congressional caucus is a group of members of the United States Congress that meet to pursue common legislative objectives. Formally, caucuses are formed as congressional member organizations ( CMOs ) through
243-540: A 4-mile (6.4 km) long rope, the same length as the covert journey. Part of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be held at the Gillette Stadium in between June and July, co-hosting the championship with 15 other venues between Canada, the United States and Mexico, including the "leading cities" of Philadelphia and New York City, at the Lincoln Financial Field and MetLife Stadium , respectively. In 2017,
324-524: A June 2021 agreement that provides for a total of $ 10 million to be paid in instalments. Congress has designated the following amounts: During the months of February and March 2022, through a series of Wall Street Journal exposés , the Commission, along with the America250 Foundation, were "accused...of a variety of misdeeds (including discrimination, which the foundation denies)," even though
405-507: A Representative in the Commission, and afterwards as a private citizen, had previously declared that he was "not comfortable with rubber stamping everything that has been done over the past three years." On the March 9 meeting, Crowley, who decried it as "very authoritarian and not at all in the Spirit of '76 ," and Representatives Robert Aderholt and Bonnie Watson Coleman, the lattermost of whom held up
486-527: A federal agency," while Rob Prazmark, an officer of the aforementioned broker, revealed that it "had been approved by Thomas McGarrigle , a friend of Mr. DiLella who is serving as the foundation's counsel." At a September 2021 executive meeting, Renee Burchard, a former-employee like Laymon, "warned that Facebook's involvement could be a deal breaker for other companies," when discussing strategies to lure in other potential corporate sponsors such as Walmart, which has allegedly declined sponsorship invitations. As
567-656: A liaison between Commission and Congress. On November 2, 2020, Donald Trump, through Executive Order 13958, determined that the now-dissolved 1776 Commission shall "advise and offer recommendations to the President and the United States Semiquincentennial Commission regarding the Federal Government's plans to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American Independence and coordinate with relevant external stakeholders on their plans." Nevertheless, on
648-510: A net PAYGO impact of $ 0 even after its planned life course up until 2030. The OMB did not originally score the $ 8 million contribution under Public Law 116–260, labeling it "as a non-expenditure development transfer," regardless, they corrected the error afterwards. For its work in the immediate four-year run-up to the Semiquincentennial, the Commission requested that their appropriations be almost doubled, from $ 8 million to $ 15 million. Per
729-473: A non-profit corporation to act as secretariat to the commission and lead nationwide organization of observances. The American Battlefield Trust was named the commission's non-profit partner to serve as Administrative Secretariat, tasked with preparing reports for Congress and helping raise funds for the anniversary observances. The Trust "has distinguished itself in fundraising and managing high-profile commemorative events, and that expertise will be invaluable to
810-512: A practice, which, in turn created "a ' boys club ,' freezing out the women who were given titles and large responsibilities, but no authority or input into key decisions of the foundation," since, "[f]rom the creation of the Foundation until December 2021, only four women served in executive leadership roles," who, coincidentally, were the four plaintiffs. The requested redress are lost wages, as well as "a Court-mandated full forensic investigation of
891-785: A public service announcement aired on Comcast NBCUniversal networks that summer. Advertisements were displayed "[from] Times Square and the Lincoln Tunnel in New York to the Walt Whitman Bridge in Philadelphia," with original content also being published on the campaign's social media accounts. On August 2, 2021, on the 245th anniversary of the starting of the Signing of the United States Declaration of Independence , members of
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#1732859492698972-519: A report with recommendations to the President and to Congress within the first two years of formation. The Commission will observe and commemorate not only the Revolution, but also the full history of the U.S. leading up to the 250th Anniversary. Official meetings will be held at Independence Hall in Philadelphia. In May 2018, DiLella named Frank Giordano as the commission's executive director. Giordano, who heads Atlantic Trailer Leasing in Philadelphia, led
1053-572: A sign that read "I Demand to Be Heard," all requested to speak and were ignored by DiLella. in 2020 in 2020 with funding past the Commission's termination, with $ 9 million for FYs 2028 and 2029 and $ 10 million for FYs 2030 and 2031. In a similar manner the FY2023 Budget Policy estimates subsidies amounting to $ 17 million for FYs 2028 and 2029, with an increase to $ 18 million for FYs 2030 through 2032. United States Semiquincentennial The United States Semiquincentennial , also called
1134-703: A total of 12, including a member designated by the Chief Justice of the United States , increasing the overall body's membership to 36. All Commission work, which consists of "inclusion — geographic, demographic — [as] a core theme," shall cease by its termination, on December 31, 2027. As determined by its organic law, the United States Secretary of the Interior held a competitive application process to select "the nonprofit partner that [would] serve as Administrative Secretariat for the...Commission." On May 4, 2018,
1215-557: A total of sixteen. Among these sixteen, the President of the United States designates a chairperson. On November 16, 2018, the then-33 members, of the Commission, who are referred to as Commissioners, were sworn in at Independence Hall in Philadelphia, which was chosen by Congress "to honor the historical significance of the building as the site of deliberations and adoption of both the United States Declaration of Independence and Constitution ," and convened their first organizing meeting to begin eight years of planning and organizing for
1296-574: Is "the primary service provider to the [Commission]," under a Master Service Agreement enacted in May 2020. The Commission and Foundation both "share a website" and work and identify themselves under America250 banner, in addition to having the DiLella as chairman in both organizations. In addition, the Commission helped create a Congressional caucus , the Congressional America250 Caucus to act as
1377-502: Is Black, then-interim Foundation president, Scott Hommel, determined that September to not fire him. Burchard reported that Hommel's decision boiled down to the public relations implications, and, that a soon-to-be employee who happened to be Black should fire Askew, as Hommel declared "when a black guy fires a black guy, then it's not that bad and would be viewed differently." Askew alleged that Garlock had approved said invoices, however, she stated that "[a]s chief legal officer, I never had
1458-534: Is willing to advance LGBT rights, regardless of their sexual identity or orientation; it has historically been co-chaired by every openly-LGBT member of the House. The caucus had 194 members, all of them Democrats , in the 118th United States Congress . The most common caucuses consist of members united as an interest group . These are often bi-partisan (comprising both Democrats and Republicans) and bi-cameral (comprising both Representatives and Senators). Examples like
1539-760: The Bisesquicentennial , the Sestercentennial or the Quarter Millennial , will be the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence . Festivities will mark various events leading up to the Declaration's anniversary on Independence Day , July 4, 2026. The Second Continental Congress , meeting in Philadelphia, voted for the independence of the United Colonies by passing
1620-595: The Congressional Bike Caucus works to promote cycling , and the Senate Taiwan Caucus promotes strong relationships with Taiwan. The House Committee on House Administration (HCHA) prescribes certain rules for Congressional Member Organizations (CMOs). Each Congress, CMOs must electronically register with the Committee on House Administration, providing the name of the caucus, a statement of purpose ,
1701-609: The Daughters of the American Revolution announced a grant of $ 380,000 to the city of Philadelphia to plant 76 semiquincentennial commemorative trees at Independence National Historical Park . The actual planting of the trees will occur over the course of several years leading up to the semiquincentennial. In 2018, at the state-level, the Pennsylvania Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial Commission (A250PA)
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#17328594926981782-536: The Lee Resolution on July 2, 1776. The Declaration of Independence , mainly written by Committee of Five member Thomas Jefferson , was proclaimed on July 4, the date on which the anniversary of independence is observed. There were no major government-sponsored 50th anniversary observances on July 4, 1826 (the day the Founding Fathers and former presidents John Adams and Thomas Jefferson died). In 1876,
1863-526: The Senate to set legislative agendas, select committee members and chairs and hold elections to choose various floor leaders . They also oversee the four Hill committees , political party committees that work to elect members of their own party to Congress. Ideological congressional caucuses can represent a political party within a political party. In the United States two-party dominant political system, these congressional caucuses help congregate and advance
1944-691: The United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate and governed under the rules of these chambers . In addition to the term "caucus", they are sometimes called conferences (especially Republican ones), coalitions , study groups, task forces, or working groups. Many other countries use the term parliamentary group ; the Parliament of the United Kingdom has many all-party parliamentary groups . The largest caucuses are
2025-578: The United States Mint to redesign any coins in 2026. It calls for a series of five designs for the quarter , including one depicting women's contributions to independence. Plans for the casting of a new public bell are being coordinated by the National Bell Festival . The bell will honor 250 years of women's contributions to the American story, and will lead nationwide ringing tributes during
2106-636: The party caucuses comprising all members of one house from one party (either the Democrats or the Republicans ) in addition to any independent members who may caucus with either party. These are the House Democratic Caucus , House Republican Conference , Senate Democratic Caucus and Senate Republican Conference . The caucuses meet regularly in closed sessions for both the House of Representatives and
2187-520: The party leaders of the United States Senate and the House , count a total of eight from Congress , of which, two from each chamber will be designated by their party leader, respectively. In addition, the law provides for the appointment of private citizens, defined as those who are neither employees nor offices of any federal or state or local government. These are appointed by the aforementioned party leadership, with each leader naming four, for
2268-541: The "Pittsburgh's United States 250 Celebration", which will feature a Freedom train with Black and Gold colors, musical celebrations with the Pittsburgh Orchestra, and a major firework display at Fort Pitt in the city's downtown area, with an all-day live parade through all city neighborhoods. In 2026, Colorado will also observe the 150th anniversary of Colorado entering the Union. The America 250 - Colorado 150 Commission
2349-463: The "leading cities" of Philadelphia and Boston, at the Lincoln Financial Field and Gillette Stadium , respectively. The United States Navy will also host the seventh International Fleet Review in New York Harbor on July 4, 2026, which will incorporate OpSail 2026 . It is expected that 60 ships from 30 countries will take part. Charleston, South Carolina , chosen due to its past as one of
2430-581: The "locations that witnessed the assertion of American liberty", with the establishment of the South Carolina American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission in 2018, have begun planning battle reenactments and anniversary festivities. These parallel the 2020 celebrations of the College of Charleston 's 250th anniversary, as well as the 350th anniversary of the city of Charleston , which was called Charles Town during
2511-513: The 1776 fortifications sat, bringing the retaining walls, drainage and lighting up to date and giving the info panels a face lift." In honor of George Washington 's troops' final leg of the trip to secretly haul cannons from Fort Hill to the Fortification of Dorchester Heights , artist Michael Dowling seeks 100,000 Bostonians, a seventh of the city population, to write "a short story of belonging" on any piece of cloth, which will then be tied in
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2592-601: The 250th anniversary festivities. On November 16, 2018, the 33 members of the United States Semiquincentennial were sworn in at Independence Hall in Philadelphia and convened their first organizing meeting to begin eight years of planning and organizing for the 250th national birthday celebration. Dilella estimated that the group would meet three or four times a year. The new commission consisted of 16 private citizens, including chairman DiLella; eight members of Congress and nine federal officials. The day before
2673-436: The 250th national birthday celebration. Chairman DiLella, designated as such by then-President Donald Trump , estimated that the group would meet three or four times a year. The new commission originally consisted of 16 private citizens, including chairman DiLella, eight members of Congress and nine federal officials. However, in 2020, the organic law was amended to increase the number of non voting ex officio federal officials to
2754-628: The Boston Downtown Business Improvement District, The Bostonian Society , and others. The incident known as the Powder Alarm of 1774 in the city now known as Somerville was commemorated by a reenactment in 2024, on a Sunday 250 years after the Sunday of the actual event. The following day, activities in nearby Cambridge explored the consequences of this event. For the 250th Evacuation Day celebrations, commemorating
2835-482: The Commission and the Trust failed in their oversight roles of the Foundation, with accusing leadership of "cronyism, self-dealing, mismanagement of funds, potentially unlawful contracting practices and wasteful spending." In addition, it states that DiLella had repeatedly named associates of him to positions of importance, some of the appointments starting off on a voluntary basis and then being transferred to being compensated,
2916-562: The Commission operational as well as initial legal support. It convened more than 50 Commission meetings and provided strategic advice for the governance and structure of the Commission, including the establishment of leadership roles and governance committees. The Trust also created the America 250 Foundation and provided initial recommendations for staffing and structure. It helped the Commission develop relationships with key stakeholders and federal agencies, worked to help secure corporate support for
2997-458: The Commission requests $ 15,000,000 to continue necessary expenses and to initiate the execution of national programs and operational plans. In February 2022, it was reported that "[t]he commission [had] received some $ 12 million in federal appropriations so far, most of which it has turned over to the America250 Foundation," however, the following month, per Commissioner James L. Swanson , the amount ascended to "$ 20 million so far," probably due to
3078-516: The Commission's Honorary National Co-Chairs. During his 2024 presidential campaign , Donald Trump pledged to throw a 'spectacular birthday party' to honour the anniversary, by assembling a White House task force named ' Salute to America 250 '. Proposals include a 'Great American State Fair' to be held in the Iowa State Fairgrounds , featuring pavilions from all 50 states, "Patriot Games" for high-school athletes, public monuments such as
3159-399: The Commission, provided temporary Commission administrative offices and worked with Congress to secure federal appropriations, providing more than 4,200 work hours in these efforts. In July 2021, the America250 Foundation made public its website as well as its marketing campaign, which initially consisted of advertisements in more than 4,559 locations in the four "leading cities," as well as
3240-466: The Committee on Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs to investigate "the impact and feasibility of Philadelphia" hosting the United States Semiquincentennial in 2026, among other events. The United States Semiquincentennial Commission was subsequently established by Pub. L. 114–196 (text) (PDF) , 130 Stat. 685 , enacted July 22, 2016 ("United States Semiquincentennial Commission Act of July 2016"), signed by then- President of
3321-574: The ERA, marching on April 28, 2023 to the Senate in support of S.J. Res 4, the bill to affirm the ERA. The Southern Caucus was a Senate caucus of Southern Democrats chaired by Richard Russell , which opposed civil rights legislation and formed a vital part of the conservative coalition that dominated the Senate into the 1960s. The tone of the Southern Caucus was to be more moderate and reasonable than
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3402-474: The Foundation and Commission with respect to pay practices, employment policies and financial transactions and contracts." By March 7, Frazier publicly expressed his and DiLella's hopes of commencing a review in the following 30 days. In March 2022, the Foundation entered into an agreement with Meta Platforms , "giving Facebook's parent an inside role in producing and promoting the Semiquincentennial commemoration in exchange for $ 10 million." The agreement, which
3483-549: The Foundation had stated that in its presidential and CEO job opening that it was "committed to an inclusive environment where diverse thinking and opinions are shared in a supportive, team-oriented environment." — Jess Bravin , The Wall Street Journal In September 2021, both Anna Laymon, who had served as vice president of programs and planning, as well as Keri Potts, then-vice president of communications and publications, resigned. The former stated that, among "bouts of organizational instability and mismanagement," there
3564-524: The Revolutionary War. The Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) from its national society headquarters in Louisville, Kentucky , announced plans to develop a SAR Education Center and Museum to be opened prior to the 250th Anniversary, which will house galleries and exhibits will highlight the patriot ancestors and tell the story of the American Revolution. In 2019, the city of Pittsburgh organized
3645-703: The Semiquincentennial Commission and other federal agencies met at the Thomas Jefferson Building Great Hall of the Library of Congress to sign a memorandum of understanding to further collaborate and coordinate on semiquincentennial activities. In July 2022, President Joe Biden designated former Treasurer of the United States Rosie Rios as Chair of the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission. Rios, who replaced Dan DiLella,
3726-595: The U.S.A. 250th Commemoration planning efforts," said then- Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke . Daniel DiLella, CEO and President of Equus, a leading private equity real estate fund, was appointed Chairperson of the Semiquincentennial Commission in April 2018, leading a 32-member body composed of members of Congress, private citizens and federal officials. The Commission was tasked with developing
3807-553: The United States , Barack Obama . The act was amended by Pub. L. 116–282 (text) (PDF) , 130 Stat. 685 , enacted December 31, 2020 , to allow the Commission to accept Congressional funding, to add a Justice of the Supreme Court to the Commission, and to make additional technical changes. On November 15, 2017, the United States Department of the Interior issued a request for proposals seeking
3888-610: The United States organized nationwide centennial observances centered on the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia. In 1926, a Sesquicentennial Exposition was held in Philadelphia, and in 1976, Bicentennial observances were held throughout the country. The United States Semiquincentennial Commission Act of 2016 directs the United States Government to issue commemorative coins and postage stamps , and commission appropriately named naval vessels , in advance of
3969-558: The act was amended by Pub. L. 116–282 (text) (PDF) , 130 Stat. 685 , enacted December 31, 2020 , to allow the commission to accept Congressional funding, alter the non voting ex-officio membership, and to make additional technical changes, such as not requiring all meetings to be held in Philadelphia , and instead requiring only one be held each year in the City of Brotherly Love. The Commissioners, whom are designated by
4050-412: The approval of an additional $ 8 million in the days following his statement. According to an internal finance report, the Foundation was primarily funded by the Commission, which transferred $ 11.8 million of congressional appropriations, as of December 2021. The second-highest donor was catalogued as an unnamed "national sponsor" that contributed $ 2 million, which was later revealed to be Facebook , under
4131-585: The authority to approve, ratify or sign contracts on behalf of the foundation. These agreements, if executed, were entered into over strong and continuous objections." After the initial news report, three Commissioners, Senator Robert Casey , as well as Representatives Dwight Evans and Watson Coleman, wrote to DiLella, citing the article, as well as their concerns relating that the misuse of funds "or any discriminations in any way involved in their expenditure in unacceptable." In response, DiLella stated that they allegations were taken "seriously," they had knowledge of
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#17328594926984212-428: The caucus is to work for LGBT rights , the repeal of laws discriminatory against LGBT persons, the elimination of hate-motivated violence , and improved health and well-being for all persons, regardless of sexual orientation , gender identity , or gender expression . The caucus serves as a resource for Members of Congress , their staffs, and the public on LGBT issues. The LGBT Equality Caucus admits any member who
4293-850: The celebrations. In 2016, Revolution 250, a non-profit group organized to plan commemorative events in Boston surrounding the semiquincentennial, was established. According to the organization, it is a consortium of 56 groups, including the Society of the Cincinnati , the National Park Service , the Boston Tea Party Museum, the New England Historic Genealogical Society , the Suffolk University history department,
4374-488: The commission, with power to appoint officers and committee members, limit commissioners' participation in meetings and withhold information from both the public and other commissioners," in tune with DiLella's allege wish that the federal agency " operate more like a business ." In addition, the Commission endorsed DiLella's actions during the previous years that hadn't received Commission authorization by giving blanket approval. For his part, Joseph Crowley , who had served as
4455-695: The complaints," there would be "plans to hire n outside firm to investigate the allegations," and that he believed that the ensuing results of the investing would entirely vindicate the Commission. On February 25, the four former executives filed a lawsuit in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia against the Commission, the Foundation, and the America Battlefield Trust, "alleging mismanagement and discrimination drove them from their jobs." The suit also alleges that both
4536-417: The evacuation of British forces from the city of Boston following the siege of Boston , early in the American Revolutionary War , on March 17, 2026, the NPS will carry out a $ 25 million overhaul of the Dorchester Heights Monument . The planned renovations, which will take approximately 18 months to complete, will include work on "taking apart and reassembling the top floors, placing granite slabs to mark where
4617-459: The explicit white supremacism of some Southern Senators. The caucus was where the Southern Manifesto was written which supported the reversal of the landmark Supreme Court 1954 ruling Brown v. Board of Education and was signed by 19 Senators and 82 Representatives. The formation of the Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus was announced on June 4, 2008, by openly gay members of congress Tammy Baldwin and Barney Frank . The mission of
4698-516: The following January 20, the aforesaid Executive Order was rescinded by Joe Biden , through Executive Order 13985 , on his first day in office. Under its 2016, original enabling legislation, "[a]ll expenditures of the Commission shall be made solely from donated funds," however, the 2020 amendments permitted that "[a]ll expenditures of the Commission shall be made from donations, earned income, and any funds made available." The Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) PAYGO 2020 annual report details
4779-416: The ideals of a more focused ideology within the two major relatively big tent political parties. Some caucuses are organized political factions with a common ideological orientation. Most ideological caucuses are confined to the House of Representatives. The rosters of large caucuses are usually listed publicly. Members of Congress are not restricted to a single ideological caucus, creating overlaps between
4860-577: The issues raised, to be conducted by a third-party." However, as of March 2022, chief communications officer Michael Frazier stated "that no one had yet been selected to conduct such an investigation." Burchard's eleven-page resignation letter alleged that the Foundation's legal counsel had determined that Jesse Askew, vice president of branding and marketing, should have been terminated for submitting "fraudulent expense report and unauthorized invoices" totaling $ 30,000 of federally-appropriated money, which, nevertheless, had been subsequently approved. Since Askew
4941-431: The meeting, the Daughters of the American Revolution , in partnership with the commission, held a tree-planting ceremony to introduce its Pathway of the Patriots along the Schuylkill River Trail. Project organizers expect to plant 250 new trees along the trail from the city to Valley Forge. After being named the non-profit partner in October 2018, the American Battlefield Trust provided financial and staff support to get
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#17328594926985022-412: The organisations. Among the most visible caucuses are those composed of members sharing the same race or ethnic group . The most high profile of these represent people of color . The Congressional Black Caucus, Congressional Hispanic Caucus, and the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus also form the Congressional Tri Caucus when they sit together. The ERA Caucus (Equal Rights Amendment Caucus)
5103-416: The organization to coordinate meetings between the company and Department Interior staff, as well as "outsourcing some Semiquincentennial observances to Meta." The deal, which was brokered by 21 Sports and Entertainment Marketing Group Inc. and entitled to a 17% commission, was considered by Anna Laymon, then-vice president of programs and planning, in a recording as "seems...to give Facebook special access to
5184-559: The primary years from July 4, 2024, through July 4, 2026, will require initial operational funding. This early operational program funding will be used to mobilize 10–15 national programs. This funding will be critical to begin the implementation and execution phases of these America250 signature programs. The Commission envisions needing a minimum of one year or longer to build out the initial infrastructure and operational plan for each program to include but not be limited to; staffing, contracting, operational, and fundraising support. For FY 2023,
5265-415: The private America250 Foundation, which he and his allies control." Commissioner Frazier had stated that "[t]he Governance Committee spent more than 100 hours, including 14 hours in meetings deliberating on comments and suggestions." Some of the changes, which were approved by a 12-10 margin in a Zoom meeting where it was "proceeded to a vote without debate," included "[giving] DiLella a stronger control over
5346-410: The proposed budget for fiscal year 2023: As the Commission approaches 2026, increased activities will require escalating funding levels from the public and private sector to fulfill its mission. The Commission will be reviewing, approving and adopting a number of Commemorative National Signature Programs and National Partner Programs during calendar year 2022. The ability to execute these programs during
5427-480: The rejuvenation of the formerly struggling Philly Pops orchestra and was part of the rejuvenation of the prestigious Union League of Philadelphia . Pennsylvania became the first state to formally begin planning for the anniversary in June 2018 when the commonwealth established the Pennsylvania Semiquincentennial Commission. Four months later, on October 17, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf named Fresh Grocer supermarket magnate and philanthropist Patrick Burns to chair
5508-498: The same day. A letter that was sent to Burchard the following month was cause for an inquiry by the office of Commissioner Bonnie Watson Coleman , one of two Democrat Representatives in the Commission. The day after being contacted by Rep. Watson Coleman's office, "Chairman...DiLella, who serves as chairman of both the commission and the foundation, emailed other leaders saying that "four former senior members raised certain concerns." He promised "a thorough, impartial investigation into
5589-495: The semiquincentennial, bookending the 47th All-Star Game held at Philadelphia's Veterans Stadium in 1976 during the bicentennial. Part of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be held at the Lincoln Financial Field in between June and July (including a Round of 16 match on July 4). Sergio Villavicencio, Vice-President of the Alexander Hamilton Awareness Society, is currently serving as the New York City Semiquincentennial Committee Chair. The Orange County Semiquincentennial Commission
5670-409: The semiquincentennial. In addition, specific activities—both officially organized and independently created—are being planned. The legislation specifically directs the organization of events “in locations of historical significance to the United States" going on to list Boston, Charleston, New York City, and Philadelphia as "leading cities." The Circulating Collectible Coin Redesign Act of 2020 allows
5751-428: The state commission. In August 2018, the State of New Jersey launched its effort when New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed a measure that called on the New Jersey Historical Commission to create a program focused on the 250th anniversary of the independence of the United States as well as the creation of the state's first Constitution. The law appropriated $ 500,000 to fund the historical commission's planning for
5832-500: The then- Civil War Trust , now known as the American Battlefield Trust, was chosen. The Administrative Secretariat's responsibilities include housing the Commission, raising funds for it and preparing reports to Congress on behalf of the Commission. Additionally, the Commission works in tandem with the America250 Foundation, "its private, nonprofit partner," which was founded in 2019 by the Commission and Trust themselves, and
5913-542: The whole of the Commission. Meta had been "reviewing its association" after the resignation and discrimination reports were made public, nonetheless, they went ahead, becoming America250's exclusive "social connectivity partner, helping "to plan and present the commemorations," as well as appointing Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg to its advisory Corporate Leader Council. Furthermore, America250 will support Facebook's Occulus VR in their pursuit to fly drones over federal property "to catalog National Parks and Landmarks," requesting
5994-419: Was also a lack of " women in any of the most important positions of power and influence at America250," with her appointment being " used as window dressing with each layer of higher level leadership positions being filled with men." The following December, both Renee Burchard, then-chief administration officer and chief of staff, and Garlock, who had served as the foundation's chief legal officer, resigned on
6075-485: Was approved by Chairman DiLella, was criticized for providing Facebook with "too much influence," as well as privileges that might discourage other potential sponsors. Per Commissioner Andrew Hohns, the Commission's rules require that all "contracts that include the use of the commission's...identity" need prior approval by the Commission, nonetheless, none had been, nor had the details of the Facebook contract been made known to
6156-561: Was created in 2019, while, in June 2021, the New York State 250th Commemoration Act was enacted, creating a state-wide commission in charge of Semiquincentennial celebrations at the state-level. Part of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be held at the MetLife Stadium in between June and July, co-hosting the championship with 15 other venues between Canada, the United States and Mexico, including
6237-525: Was established to guide the Centennial State's twin commemorations. In 2011, the non-profit organization USA250 was established in Philadelphia to lobby for federal government support of the United States semiquincentennial and establish Philadelphia as the host city for events surrounding the semiquincentennial observances. In 2014, the Philadelphia City Council ordered a public hearing of
6318-429: Was expected, on Wednesday, March 9, 2022, in a closed-door meeting, the Commission voted to increase DiLella's power, in response to a meeting the previous September where "three members challenged [his] leadership," which was catalogued as "a lack of decorum and respect for fellow Commissioners." These "dissenting commissioners" charged DiLella with "improperly transferring the body's functions and federal appropriations to
6399-568: Was first appointed to the Commission on January 11, 2018. DiLella will continue to serve as a commissioner. On October 3, 2022, Rios announced that CEO Joe Daniels had resigned. Daniels, who came from the 9/11 Memorial Museum in New York City, had served as America 250 CEO for one year. On August 1, 2024, the Semiquincentennial Commission announced that former presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama , as well as their spouses, former First Ladies Laura Bush and Michelle Obama , will serve as
6480-511: Was formed March 28, 2023, by representatives Ayanna Pressley and Cori Bush to affirm the Equal Rights Amendment as the 28th amendment of the U.S. Constitution, having met all requirements of Article V in 2020 with the ratification by the 38th state, Virginia. The Caucus has quickly grown to be one of the largest in the U.S. House of Representatives, standing at 69 members in May 2023. The ERA Caucus quickly showed their support of
6561-479: Was formed. The commission has announced it is preparing a time capsule for burial in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026, which will be scheduled for unearthing on July 4, 2276, the 500th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. In 2016, city planners announced "Vision 2026", a plan to redevelop Old City in preparation for the semiquincentennial. The 96th Major League Baseball All-Star Game will be held at Philadelphia's Citizens Bank Park in mid-July after
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