Reuben E. Lawson Federal Building Act of 2023

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 3412 Reuben E. Lawson Federal Building Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/19/2024, 3:45 PM

Summary of Bill S 3412

Bill 118 s 3412, also known as the Reuben E. Lawson Federal Building Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to honor the legacy of Reuben E. Lawson, a prominent civil rights activist, by renaming a federal building in his honor.

The bill proposes to rename the federal building located in downtown Washington, DC, as the Reuben E. Lawson Federal Building. This building currently houses several government agencies and departments, and the renaming would serve as a tribute to Lawson's contributions to the civil rights movement and his advocacy for equality and justice.

The legislation has garnered bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing Lawson's impact on American society. Supporters of the bill argue that renaming the federal building after Lawson would serve as a reminder of the ongoing fight for civil rights and equality in the United States. If passed, the Reuben E. Lawson Federal Building Act of 2023 would officially rename the federal building in Washington, DC, in honor of Lawson's legacy. The bill is currently under review in Congress, and lawmakers are working to secure the necessary votes for its passage.

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Current Status of Bill S 3412

Bill S 3412 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 6, 2023. Bill S 3412 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 6, 2023. Bill S 3412's most recent activity was Held at the desk. as of March 1, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3412

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3412

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Government Operations and Politics

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Congressional tributesGovernment buildings, facilities, and propertyRacial and ethnic relationsVirginia

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3412

Reuben E. Lawson Federal Building Act of 2023Reuben E. Lawson Federal Building Act of 2023Reuben E. Lawson Federal Building Act of 2023A bill to redesignate the Richard H. Poff Federal Building located at 210 Franklin Road Southwest in Roanoke, Virginia, as the "Reuben E. Lawson Federal Building", and for other purposes.A bill to redesignate the Richard H. Poff Federal Building located at 210 Franklin Road Southwest in Roanoke, Virginia, as the "Reuben E. Lawson Federal Building", and for other purposes.Reuben E. Lawson Federal Building Act of 2023

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 3412

Mark R. Warner

Virginia(Democrat)

Tim Kaine

Virginia(Democrat)

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