Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medals awarded under the 'Six Triple Eight' Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021.

4/15/2025, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill HCONRES 22

Bill 119 H.Con.Res. 22 authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medals awarded under the 'Six Triple Eight' Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021. The 'Six Triple Eight' Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021 was passed to honor the women of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, an all-Black, all-female unit that served during World War II. The Congressional Gold Medal is one of the highest civilian honors in the United States and is awarded by Congress to individuals or groups who have made significant contributions to American society. The ceremony in Emancipation Hall will be a formal recognition of the bravery and service of the women of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion.

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Current Status of Bill HCONRES 22

Bill HCONRES 22 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since April 10, 2025. Bill HCONRES 22 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 31, 2025. Bill HCONRES 22's most recent activity was Message on Senate action sent to the House. as of April 14, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HCONRES 22

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HCONRES 22

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Congress

Potential Impact Areas

- Commemorative events and holidays

- Congressional tributes

- Military history

- U.S. Capitol

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HCONRES 22

Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medals awarded under the 'Six Triple Eight' Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021.

Comments

Paula Garrison

439

8 months ago

I don't understand why they're using Emancipation Hall for this ceremony. Seems like there could be a better location for it. And why are they giving out these gold medals anyway? What's the significance behind it? I just don't get it. Did you know that the 'Six Triple Eight' Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2021 was introduced to honor the women of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion who served during World War II?

Ethan Lane

432

8 months ago

I don't understand why they are using Emancipation Hall for this ceremony. Seems like a waste of space to me. Why can't they just do it somewhere else? This whole thing just doesn't make sense to me. #confused #notsure #whythis