Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Museum Artifacts Act

The bill, S 4129, establishes a federal grant program to support the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation in creating a library and museum in Medora, North Dakota, dedicated to preserving and showcasing Theodore Roosevelt's legacy. It requires the Foundation to match federal grant funds with at least double the amount raised from non-federal sources (such as state contributions or private donations) before receiving funding. Federal agencies must loan or transfer Roosevelt-related artifacts and objects - like historical documents or memorabilia - to the Foundation for public display without cost, while ensuring the federal government has no role in operating the Library. The Library will focus on preserving Roosevelt’s materials and providing educational programs to make his legacy accessible to the public.