Background: In 2016, Congress established the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission (PL 114-196) and charged it with the task of organizing and coordinating the 250th anniversary of the founding of our nation, culminating in 2026. Sixteen private citizens were chosen by House and Senate Democratic and Republican leadership to serve on the Commission, as well as four currently elected members from each chamber (also equally divided by party and selected by the leadership). These eight elected Commissioners are proud to serve as co-chairs of this bipartisan, bicameral caucus.
Goals of the Caucus: The Congressional America 250 Caucus serves several purposes. It will: • Assist in the planning of congressional activities surrounding the America250 commemoration; • Act as a communications vehicle to enable the elected members of the Commission to keep colleagues in Congress — as well as partners and public officials in their respective districts and states — informed about the activities of the Commission; • Encourage input from Members of Congress regarding activities and programs that should be considered for America’s 250th anniversary observance; and • Further the relationship of the Commission to the entire Congress.
Co-Chairs: The co-chairs of the caucus are the eight elected Members of Congress who serve as Commissioners: • Rep. Robert Aderholt (AL-04) • Rep. Dwight Evans (PA-03) • Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27)
As of January 15, 2026. 353 Members (Texas at 85% – beating NY and CA)