Which organization was created by Congress in 2016 to plan America250?

The United States Semiquincentennial Commission was created by Congress in 2016 to plan America250.

The commission was established through the United States Semiquincentennial Commission Act of 2016. It is a nonpartisan federal organization intended to coordinate anniversary activities across the country and encourage participation by public agencies, communities, cultural institutions, and private groups.

Planning began well before the anniversary itself. The commission’s work reflects the scale of celebrating a national event connected to all 50 states, the District of Columbia, territories, tribal communities, historic sites, museums, and educational organizations.

The commission is distinct from earlier groups connected with the 1976 Bicentennial. It also differs from local or state semiquincentennial committees, which organize their own programs. America250 is the public brand associated with the broader national observance.