S. 675: Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Museum Artifacts Act

This bill, titled the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Museum Artifacts Act, aims to establish the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in Medora, North Dakota, by providing federal funds and artifacts related to President Theodore Roosevelt.

Key Provisions

Grants for Establishment

The bill authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to provide up to $50 million in grants to the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation. These funds are designated for:

• Preserving materials related to Theodore Roosevelt's life.
• Providing educational services that help communicate Roosevelt's significance.

Matching Funds Requirement

Before any federal grants can be provided, the Foundation must certify that it has raised at least $100 million from:

• Contributions from the State of North Dakota.
• Funds raised from non-federal sources since the Foundation's establishment.

Limitations on Grant Funds

The grants given under this bill cannot be used for the library's ongoing maintenance or operations, ensuring that funds are strictly allocated to establishment efforts.

Loan of Artifacts

The Secretary of the Interior will have the authority to enter agreements that allow for the loan of federal artifacts and objects relating to Theodore Roosevelt. This includes items from various federal agencies, such as:

• The National Park Service
• The United States Fish and Wildlife Service

The agreement requires the artifacts to be appropriate for preservation and exhibition, with specific terms determined by the Secretary.

Operational Independence

The federal government will not manage the library's operations unless requested by the relevant non-federal entity responsible for its operations. This emphasizes the library's independence from federal oversight.

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