H.R. 10527 — Smithsonian Integrity and Historical Independence Act of 2026

This section finds that taxpayer-supported museums, archives, and cultural institutions must present accurate, evidence-based accounts of American history, including achievements, conflicts, injustices, and diverse community experiences. It states that scholarly independence and freedom from partisan interference are essential to public trust, while government oversight should not direct historical conclusions or suppress scholarship.

This section prohibits a Federal official from requiring the Smithsonian Institution to adopt a particular political interpretation of events, removing or altering exhibits or materials solely due to political sensitivity, or conditioning Federal funding on endorsement of a viewpoint. It requires Smithsonian employees and affiliates to report such attempts to the Secretary, who must notify the House Administration and Senate Rules and Administration committees within 30 days.