Bill 118 hjres 76, also known as the Redesignating the Robert E. Lee Memorial in Arlington National Cemetery as the "Arlington House National Historic Site," was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of changing the name of the memorial to better reflect its historical significance. The bill seeks to rename the memorial in honor of Arlington House, a historic mansion located within the cemetery that was once the home of Confederate General Robert E. Lee.
The bill has garnered bipartisan support, with lawmakers from both sides of the aisle recognizing the importance of accurately representing the history and legacy of Arlington National Cemetery. Supporters of the bill argue that renaming the memorial to Arlington House National Historic Site will provide a more accurate and inclusive representation of the site's history, as it was originally built as a tribute to George Washington and later became the home of the Lee family.
If passed, the bill would officially change the name of the Robert E. Lee Memorial to Arlington House National Historic Site, ensuring that future generations understand the full historical context of the site and its significance in American history. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress, and its supporters are hopeful that it will be passed into law in the near future.