AGI will reshape American government. But the default outcome might not be one that's good for democracy.
That outcome is not decided yet. It gets decided by those who show up and build.
On the eve of America's 250th birthday, we are gathering the best builders in the country at Vulcan's HQ in Austin, TX for one mission: create an AI tool that strengthens our Republic.
This is your chance to build something that actually matters — and to celebrate 250 years of the American experiment by fighting for its next 250.
What's on the line
Up to $30,000 in cash prizesFree food all dayA room full of the most ambitious builders, founders, and civic-minded technologists in the countryDemos in front of judges who can open doors
Who should come
Engineers, designers, founders, policy nerds, and anyone who refuses to let the future of democracy run on autopilot. Come solo or bring a team.
We provide the venue, the food, the energy, and the fireworks. You bring the build.
The Republic was a startup once too. Let's keep shipping.
📍 Austin, TX 🗓 July 3, 2026 🇺🇸 The 250th
Apply now — spots are limited.
